Subcontracts Manager; Defense Manufacturing

Subcontracts Manager (Defense Manufacturing) Job Description

Posted Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd.

(NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit:  or follow us on X.

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

The Manager Subcontracts will be responsible for all aspects of the subcontract management lifecycle including participation in the formulation of Request for Contract (RFC) response content, and the formulation and execution of specific sourcing strategies. Develops & writes solicitations with subcontract language for purchase orders which meet program specific requirements and also negotiates teaming agreements with suppliers.

• Oversee the subcontract management team as they manage all scopes, deliverable, budget and schedule commitments and the business-to-business relationship between the Company and major subcontractors.
• Support the Company's efforts for staff retention and performance development
• Will be responsible for all aspects of the subcontract management lifecycle including participation in the formulation of Request for Contract (RFC) response content, and the formulation and execution of specific sourcing strategies
• Leading efforts to proactively identify and resolve all issues impacting subcontract performance and business to business commitments across the multifunctional program teams
• Work closely with supply chain, program management, engineering, quality assurance, finance and contracts to drive compliance with all business policy and procedure and Federal Acquisition Regulations
• Develops sourcing strategy to support production requirements and the development of the supply chain supplier base, specifically focusing on key supplier relationships
• Leading the supplier source selection efforts required to support short-term and long-term business unit initiatives
• Developing / writing solicitations & subcontract language for purchase orders which meet program specific requirements
• Preparing / leading negotiations & documenting subcontract files
• Managing Supply Chain staff performance, integrating and communicating as required with programs, engineering, quality, and finance functional representatives
• Developing and negotiating teaming agreements with suppliers
• Developing plans and actions to ensure:
• Achievement of program, business unit and subcontract goals
• Compliance to policies and procedures as well as public law
• Support attainment of process-based leadership scorecard goals
• Other related…