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True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.\nOUR MISSION\nTrue Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.\nOUR VALUES\nBe the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.\nWhat would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.\nIt’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.\nYOUR MISSION \nAs a Subcontract Manager at True Anomaly, you will report to the Senior Director, Supply Chain and serve as a trusted partner in building and managing the subcontracting function that enables successful program execution. You will structure agreements, manage supplier performance, and integrate subcontracted work across cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance - helping power the development of our groundbreaking technologies that redefine space security. \nRESPONSIBILITIES \nSupport operational functions in developing and executing subcontracting strategies aligned with program and production goals, balancing speed, capability, cost, and risk\nLead negotiation and management of subcontracts, SOWs, NDAs, and change orders, ensuring clear scope, deliverables, schedules, pricing, and acceptance criteria\nDrive contract structures that incentivize performance and accountability, and own the development and maintenance of standard subcontract templates\nPartner with Legal and Program teams to manage contractual and execution risk, including compliance with ITAR, export control, security, and customer regulatory requirements\nManage subcontractor performance across cost, schedule, quality, and execution - establishing KPIs, reporting cadences, and escalation paths Identify risks early and drive mitigation plans, ensuring operational continuity across subcontracted work\nLead regular reviews with strategic subcontractors to address program needs, priorities, and production readiness\nServe as the primary interface between subcontractors and internal teams, ensuring subcontract activities are integrated into program schedules and milestones\nCollaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Legal to resolve issues quickly and align subcontract activities with project timelines and budgets\nTrack subcontract budgets, commitments, and financial performance, and ensure timely payments in accordance with contract terms\nMaintain subcontract documentation and audit readiness in support of compliance and financial oversight \nQUALIFICATIONS \nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field\n7+ years of subcontract or supply chain management experience, ideally in aerospace, defense, or technology manufacturing\nProven track record of negotiating and managing complex subcontract agreements in a fast-paced, program-driven environment\nDeep understanding of subcontracting principles including SOW development, pricing structures, risk allocation, and supplier performance management\nFamiliarity with regulatory requirements in Aerospace & Defense, including ITAR, DFARS, FAR, and export control compliance\nExceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a desire to collaborate across technical, operational, and business teams\nResults-driven mindset with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to closing issues and driving accountability\nAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a dynamic, startup environment \nCOMPENSATION\nBase Salary: $85,000-$165,000\nEquity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave \nYour actual level and base salary will be determinedon a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. \nADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS\nWork Location -this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA office.\nWork environment -the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.\nPhysical demands -the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.\nThis position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submityour application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nTrue Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. 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