Subcontracts Manager

San Francisco, CAOperations – Supply Chain /Full time /On-siteWanna join the adventure?At Loft, we are dedicated to delivering our innovative hardware products & satellite missions on schedule and within budget. Our company is growing, and the role of Sub-Contracts Manager is crucial to our success across the enterprise. As the primary interface between Loft and its strategic supply base, the Sub-Contracts Manager is a critical position responsible for ensuring we are able to deliver on our commitments.About this role:Lead the evaluation, negotiation and closure of critical sub-contracts with Loft’s strategic suppliersManage contract changes (e.g., waivers/deviations, addendums, exercised options) and change control throughout contract lifecycleMaintain comprehensive and auditable records compliant with company and contractual requirementsReview contracts to ensure they reflect applicable technical, quality and/or regulatory requirementsMonitor and report sub-contractor performance against schedule, cost and quality targetsIdentify, assess and mitigate supply chain risks, escalating issues whenever appropriate.Develop strong relationships both internally and externally to facilitate communication, collaboration and alignment throughout contract execution.Support sub-contractor growth and development in alignment with Loft’s needs.Must Haves:Proven experience (6+ years) in sub-contract managementExperience in a company with a production / test environmentExperience with procurement of electromechanical assemblies and relevant build and test processes Excellent organizational and analytical skillsExcellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentAbility to work with a global team and communicate effectivelyStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work autonomouslyProficient working in ERP system (e.g., NetSuite) and with Atlassian products (e.g., Jira, Confluence)Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectivelyTechnical baseline understandingSupplier design maturity assessmentSystems engineering literacyProgram execution integration (IMS, risk, MR, milestone gates)Government/compliance rigorComplex aerospace supplier oversightMake/buy and strategic supplier selectionNice to Haves:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or Supply Chain Management, or a related fieldFluent in French and/or ArabicExperience with purchasing and/or inventory modules in NetSuiteExperience in aerospace industryFamiliarity with FAR/DFARS regulations and US Government contracting protocolsSupply Chain or Project Management certification (e.g., ASCM, PMP) Technical baseline understandingSupplier design maturity assessmentSystems engineering literacyProgram execution integration (IMS, risk, MR, milestone gates)Government/compliance rigorComplex aerospace supplier oversightMake/buy and strategic supplier selectionSome of Our Awesome Benefits:100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependentsFlexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insuranceFlexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays401(k) plan and equity optionsDaily catered lunches and snacks in officeInternational exposure to our team in FranceFully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parentCarrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial supportOff-sites and many social events and celebrationsRelocation assistance when applicable$130,000 - $160,000 a yearState law requires us to tell you the base compensation range for this role, which is $130,000- $160,000 per year. This is determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we evaluate individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.*Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes.Who We AreLoft: Space Made Simple. Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and simple way to deploy missions in orbit.We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, on-orbit AI, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 30 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.With a growing fleet on track to reach 30 satellites by 2027, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA | Golden, CO | and Toulouse, France to meet accelerating demand for space infrastructure.As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.