Own the full subcontract lifecycle for government and defense programs, including sourcing, RFPs, proposal evaluation, cost analysis, negotiation, contract execution, performance administration, modifications, compliance, and closeout. Maintain audit-ready procurement files and ensure FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and CPSR compliance while coordinating with suppliers, engineering, quality, finance, legal, and program teams.
Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the world’s most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From fundamental physics to leading-edge commercial products, Infleqtion enables "quantum everywhere" through our ecosystem of devices and platforms. Our mission is to commercialize atom-based quantum products that provide orders-of-magnitude improvements in performance and computing applications.
You'll own the full subcontract lifecycle — from RFP through closeout — on government and defense programs. You're fluent in FAR/DFARS, comfortable negotiating with suppliers, and sharp enough to keep procurement files audit-ready while supporting fast-moving program teams.
YOU WILL
Pre-Award
- Support make/buy decisions and sourcing strategies
- Prepare RFPs, RFQs, and bid packages
- Evaluate supplier proposals, pricing, and terms
- Conduct price and cost analyses
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, SOWs, and terms & conditions
- Draft and execute subcontracts and purchase agreements
Post-Award
- Administer subcontract performance and manage changes, modifications, and funding updates
- Monitor supplier compliance with technical, quality, and schedule requirements
- Resolve contractual issues and disputes
- Support program management teams on supplier performance matters
- Coordinate across engineering, quality, supply chain, finance, and legal
Compliance
- Flow down applicable prime contract requirements to subcontractors
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and CPSR requirements
- Maintain procurement files and audit-ready documentation
Requirements
YOU HAVE:
- 5+ years of experience in government contracting, aerospace/defense, or procurement
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Contracts Management, Finance, Economics, or Engineering
- Working knowledge of FAR Parts 12, 15, 16, 31, 44, and 52; DFARS clauses
- Experience with cost-reimbursement, fixed-price, and T&M contract types
- Hands-on experience with contract lifecycle management tools — SAP, Costpoint (Deltek), NetSuite, or Oracle a plus
- Strong negotiation skills across pricing, T&Cs, and change orders
- Ability to manage dozens of active subcontracts and track deliverables, funding, and compliance deadlines
- Clear communicator — comfortable with suppliers, program managers, engineers, and government customers alike
BONUS POINTS:
- NCMA certification (CFCM, CPCM, or CCCM)
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or PMP
- Earned Value Management (EVM) experience
- Advanced Excel and proposal evaluation skills
Benefits
- Salary range: $ 120000-140000
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability
- Employer-funded Health Savings Account
- Unlimited PTO
- 401(k) match
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Savings Account
- Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Student Loan Repayment
- Equity Program
Infleqtion Boulder, Colorado, USA Office
3030 Sterling Circle, Boulder, CO, United States, 80301
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