About the Role
Position Title: Subcontract Administrator III Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a Subcontract Administrator with our client in Kent, WA. Job Responsibilities: Manage cradle-to-grave procurement activities, including sourcing, quoting, negotiating, placing, and closing out purchase orders and subcontracts. Support New Product Integration (NPI) within SCM, ensuring new components and suppliers are successfully introduced into the supply base. Execute purchasing activities for hardware, components, materials, and services in support of program needs. Proactively follow up and track open orders, supplier commitments, and delivery schedules to mitigate risk and prevent shortages. Serve as an embedded member of cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), representing SCM and driving procurement strategy aligned to program objectives. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, managing performance, escalations, and corrective actions as needed. Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and delivery to achieve best value while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting throughout the procurement lifecycle. Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within the procurement process. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of progressive experience in subcontract administration, procurement, or purchasing. Aerospace industry experience is required. Demonstrated experience managing cradle-to-grave procurement. Proven ability to follow up, track, and drive supplier deliverables to closure. Experience working within cross-functional teams (IPT environment). Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work onsitein Kent, WA or Florida. Preferred Job Qualifications: Experience supporting New Product Integration (NPI) or new product introduction within an SCM organization. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Costpoint). Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and aerospace supplier quality requirements. Strong data analysis skills and proficiency with reporting/tracking tools. Prior experience in a fast-paced, high-growth aerospace or manufacturing environment. Job Details: Job Type: Contract Location: Onsite Kent, WA or Merritt Island, FL. Pay Rate: $65-$90/hr. ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required. Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan. About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.