General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring a Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist.
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Category: Contracts
Employment Type: Full Time
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree or Juris Doctor degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Clearance Requirements
Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities For This Position
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Senior Contracts Specialist. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nations fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
Representative Duties And Tasks
- A senior-level advanced position in a field of contract management.
- Administers contracts and monitors contract performance.
- Acts as focal point for all contractual communications and commitments.
- Assures compliance with applicable federal regulations and internal policies and procedures.
- Reviews Requests for Proposals and participates in preparing compliant proposal responses.
- Negotiates proposals within business goals and documents substance of discussions, agreements, and results.
- Reviews contractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and other provisions including applicable federal regulations and business team objectives prior to signature / acceptance.
- Works as a key member of program team to ensure contract requirements are fully understood and executed.
- Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding contract issues, audits, and compliance requirements.
- Manages contract change process and works with Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and other disciplines to mitigate performance risk.
- Advises and supports business team on issues / developments relative to assigned contracts.
- Monitors program performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action.
- Builds customer relationships and knows customer needs and issues.
- Supports overall understanding of contract operations and enterprise objectives.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Has wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve detailed issues in effective ways.
- Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
- Demonstrates creative, innovative approaches and solutions to contractual issues and problems utilizing strong decision-making skills.
- Strong ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle more detailed problems.
- Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment.
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS) and contracting experience with Prime Contractors as wells as all contract types.
- Has experience reviewing and analyzing contractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and other provisions.
- Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels.
- Demonstrates strong analytical/critical thinking skills.
- Possesses a strong attention to detail and research skills.
- Is able to prioritize/re-prioritize with changing goals.
- Collaborates and works effectively cross-functionally throughout the business.
- Possesses strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support communications and business needs.
Preferred Degree Types And Experience
We are seeking a contracts professional versed in Government, Commercial, and International contracting to manage a wide array of contractual engagements covering the entire life cycle, including new business formation, proposal generation, negotiations, contract formation, change management and contract closeout. Professional certifications (NCMA, NAPM) would be a plus.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high-technology solutions, products, and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency. We offer highly-competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
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