Director of Subcontracts Management

Director Of Subcontracts Management The Director of Subcontracts Management serves as PacSci EMC's senior functional leader and subject matter expert for government subcontracting in a highly regulated aerospace and defense environment. This leader is accountable for establishing and sustaining regulatory compliance, building technical capability within the Subcontracts Management Team (SMT), and creating scalable processes, governance, systems, and operating practices that support significant business growth. The Director will lead a transformation of the existing subcontracting function, establishing an effective training and development program, ensuring compliant customer submissions and subcontract actions, and developing a five-year strategic roadmap. The role partners closely with Legal, Compliance, Engineering, Programs, Finance, Supply Chain, and executive leadership and requires both direct people leadership and influence across functions. Extensive progressive experience in U.S. Government subcontract management, with demonstrated depth in FAR/DFARS, government acquisition compliance, complex subcontract administration, and regulatory governance. Ten or more years preferred; candidates with fewer years and exceptional relevant expertise may be considered. At least five years of leadership experience managing multi-level teams, with demonstrated success in organizational transformation, scaling, change management, and process standardization. Strong working knowledge of CPSR expectations and DCMA/DCAA oversight, including audit readiness and compliant documentation. Demonstrated proficiency in cost/price analysis, negotiation, complex subcontract awards, supplier risk management, and financial accountability. Collaborative leadership style with demonstrated ability to coach and develop teams and influence cross-functional partners. Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or another field, supported by relevant government subcontracting expertise. Experience with continuous improvement practices and modern ERP/MRP systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office. This position is based on-site in Chandler, Arizona, with an expectation of working at the facility five days per week. Business travel is approximately 20% and may vary with operational needs. Relocation candidates may be considered. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements applicable to this position, only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment in this role. Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world. Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC's experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM.