Principal Subcontracts Manager (Defense Electronics)

Location: Hiawatha, Iowa; full-time on-site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Company

hirify.global designs and builds rugged technology and technology solutions for demanding environments and operates as a 100% employee-owned company.

What you will do

• Define and lead long-term subcontracting strategy, standards, governance, documentation, and organizational capabilities.
• Lead complex supplier and subcontractor negotiations, long-term agreements, and commercial risk management.
• Establish compliance infrastructure for FAR/DFARS flow-downs, TCPD, counterfeit parts prevention, DPAS orders, and export controls.
• Advise senior leadership on acquisition strategies, supplier partnerships, contractual risk, regulatory changes, and industry trends.
• Build subcontracting metrics, analytics, supplier performance frameworks, and CPSR readiness.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and Contracts teams while mentoring subcontracts, purchasing, and supply chain staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering; an MBA or advanced technical degree is preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in subcontracts, strategic sourcing, or supplier management in defense, aerospace, or regulated manufacturing.
• 10+ years applying government acquisition policies and procedures, including FAR/DFARS flow-downs.
• Experience operating under an approved purchasing system and preparing for CPSR.
• Experience leading enterprise initiatives involving cross-functional influence, change management, and strategic planning.
• Must be a US Person: US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected person.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs and an on-site gym.
• Participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to production and testing areas; lifting up to 25 lbs and extended standing may be required.