Subcontract Manager (2025-017) Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES Location Kirkland, WA Description **JOB SUMMARY** The Subcontract Manager utilizes industry experience to translate knowledge of key commodity markets, distribution networks, transportation methods, and contract manufacturer operations into in depth analysis in proposing supply chain solutions. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** + Negotiates and maintains Long Term Agreements with significant monetary value to achieve quality, schedule, and cost targets, coordinating with internal and external resources to define technical, quality, legal and financial requirements. + Establishes global sources of supply and evaluates relative supplier risk, along with risk mitigation strategies. Identifies and coordinates buy in for work transfer to achieve company objectives. + As applicable, coordinates with established contacts at ATRO companies to generate both short and long-term supply solutions. + Builds strong relationships with supply chain partners, adapting to identified risks, incorporating joint innovation programs and furthering supplier development. Enhances customer intimacy model within the tiers of the supply chain. + Monitors cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to optimize lowest total acquisition cost + Coordinates supply chain issues with multiple levels of the supply chain to resolve quality, schedule, or cost problems. + Mentor and provide guidance to other Supply Chain team members as well as early career associates, such as Supplier Quality Engineering and Operations. + In addition to the job duties of a Subcontract Manager the CM Focal will perform the following: + (CM Focal) will work with the Contract Manufacturer to mitigate component shortages, employing company processes and guidelines as well as search tools subscribed to by the company. This may include following the SRM / CRM process, using IHS component search system, and other shortage mitigation tools that may be created. This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** **Education/Experience:** + Bachelor's degree from four-year college and/or a combination of certifications (APICS and/or CPSM) and/or 8-10 years of experience in a related manufacturing environment. + Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma a plus. + Demonstrated understanding of supplier management strategies. + Demonstrated understanding of FAR/DFAR and experience in assessing proposal compliance. + Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Product Life Management (PLM) systems. **EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS** + As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by _International Traffic in Arms Regulations_ (ITAR). **Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible** . + **An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and** **drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis** **.** **Base salary range is $94,208 - $141,313 per year.** Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered. **Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:** **Stay Healthy** - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity **Save for the Future** - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan **Find Balance** - Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture **Time for You** - Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year Position Requirements See above. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision. EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. This position is currently accepting applications.