Subcontracts Specialist

At Leidos, we deliver solutions that power critical infrastructure, optimize automation, and enhance global energy operations. The Energy, Infrastructure, and Automation (EIA) Business Area within our Commercial & International Sector is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist to manage supplier and subcontractor relationships that drive performance across high-impact commercial programs.

In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to the success of dynamic infrastructure and energy-focused projects, from pre-award strategy through contract closeout. You’ll collaborate across multiple teams to ensure subcontract activities are efficient, compliant, and aligned with both business objectives and customer needs.

Primary Responsibilities:

Develop, negotiate, and administer a variety of subcontracts supporting commercial energy, infrastructure, and automation programs.

• Draft and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and Statements of Work (SOWs)
• Create and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in line with Leidos policies and customer requirements
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct pricing analysis, and participate in contractor selection
• Lead contract negotiations on pricing, terms, and risk allocation
• Collaborate with program managers, engineering, legal, finance, and business development to support both proposal efforts and project execution
• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensure compliance with contractual requirements, and manage any scope, schedule, or cost changes
• Perform subcontract closeout activities and maintain accurate and auditable files
• Identify risks and proactively contribute to mitigation planning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with government contracting compliance, including ITAR and EAR
• Experience using Deltek Costpoint or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Industry certifications such as CPSM, CFCM, CPCM, or PMP
• Experience in subcontract management in both federal and commercial environments
• Understanding of contract risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Demonstrated success in building cross-functional relationships and managing supplier performance

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.