Senior Subcontract Manager

Luton, Bedfordshire
Barclay Meade

A leader in the Aerospace & Defence sector are seeking an experienced Senior Subcontract Manager to join their team in Luton, working within their Electronic Warfare division.

• Duration: 12 months
• Location: Luton
• Working Pattern: Hybrid
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate
• Eligible for SC clearance

You’ll be leading high-value subcontract work packages, managing key supplier relationships, and delivering robust commercial contracts in a complex environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead delivery of complex subcontract work packages.
• Translate technical requirements into commercially sound contracts.
• Negotiate and manage NDAs, TAAs, software licences, and supply agreements.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships aligned to business goals.

This is a great opportunity for a proven Senior Subcontract Manager with strong commercial acumen and experience supporting major defence or aerospace programmes.

Key Skills:

• Experience in subcontract management within defence/aerospace.
• Strong understanding of lifecycle and risk management in contracts.
• Knowledge of export control and regulatory compliance.
• Proven commercial negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.

If you are an experienced Senior Subcontract Manager looking for a challenging contract role in Luton, apply now!