Electronic Systems Contract Representative

Job Description

This is a Hybrid Role. 3 days in 2 days out. Relocation Provided

120k to 140k

The Electronic Systems Contract Representative independently performs full cradletograve contract management in a designated portfolio representing a variety of complex contracts across one Business Area or across several Business Areas and owns critical external customer relationships.
This role requires full Federal Acquisition Regulation knowledge and is heavily capture proposal and negotiation focused working under the guidance of a Business Area Contracts Leader while still maintaining an execution contracts portfolio.

The Contract Representative develops the ability to shape precontract outcomes efficiently analyze terms and conditions mitigate proposal risk through ground rules and assumptions and gains a more comprehensive understanding of the strategic direction of their supported programs.

Duties/Responsibilities

Comprehensive cradletograve proactive compliant contract management for longterm contracts (BOA IDIQ and/or OTA contract vehicles) as well as other R & D EMD or Production contracts which may transition into subsequent acquisition phases and competitive gates Act as the official POC for customer communications

Lead Contracting actions throughout the Business Winning Process

Develop document and execute negotiation strategies in collaboration with the capture and proposal team to champion the most advantageous outcomes for the corporation

Lead crossfunctional compliance efforts for Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act requirements including the sweep disclosures and certification

Drive a thorough review of terms and conditions and clarify contract requirements to establish a contract baseline at the proposal phase; conduct thorough contract review prior to contract acceptance and initiate contract setup for our business systems

Champion robust change management practices including timely notifications and ensuring approvals by an authorized customer counterpart and supporting/submitting/negotiating compliant change proposals to drive matters to resolution with a sense of urgency Interpret contract requirements throughout the contract lifecycle assisting with dispute resolution and bridging customer and corporation disconnects

Conduct closeout activities to satisfy the requirements of the contract; maintain the official contract record for the corporation

Skills/Abilities

Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS. Strong understanding of the contract lifecycle and the anatomy of a contract/agreement for government contracts and subcontracts; specific knowledge of contract types contracting vehicles varying types of scope including R & D and production OTAs / Consortiums and Commercial Contracts including elements for compliance and scenariobased risk identification and mitigation.

Excellent problem solving and decisionmaking skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems

Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills necessary for working in a team environment and influencing others Must be an actionoriented selfstarter with rigorous adherence to deadlines; ability to work independently with guidance from Business Area Contracts leadership and mentors

Ability to mentor junior level colleagues and lead training for the program and functional teams Working knowledge of Intellectual Property considerations and our corporate IP strategy within a specific Business Area

Demonstrated ability to manage an assigned workload as part of a crossfunctional team to achieve customer focused results with a sense of urgency accuracy and completeness

Ability to measure to a contract baseline document changes and understand how authority is designated within our contracts and delegated within our corporation Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and work in a variety of systems

Education

Bachelors degree in relevant field of study required; advanced degree preferred and can be considered in lieu of 2 years of experience. High School diploma with some college and four years additional work experience in lieu of degree. Professional Certifications (e.g. CFCM CPCM etc.) preferred

Experience

Minimum of 5 10 years relevant Government Contracting industry experience; additional years of relevant functional experience within the national security or aerospace and defense industry preferred

Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Current in scope Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

Skills/Abilities

Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS. Strong understanding of the contract lifecycle and the anatomy of a contract/agreement for government contracts and subcontracts; specific knowledge of contract types contracting vehicles varying types of scope including R & D and production OTAs / Consortiums and Commercial Contracts including elements for compliance and scenariobased risk identification and mitigation.

Excellent problem solving and decisionmaking skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems

Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills necessary for working in a team environment and influencing others Must be an actionoriented selfstarter with rigorous adherence to deadlines; ability to work independently with guidance from Business Area Contracts leadership and mentors

Ability to mentor junior level colleagues and lead training for the program and functional teams Working knowledge of Intellectual Property considerations and our corporate IP strategy within a specific Business Area

Demonstrated ability to manage an assigned workload as part of a crossfunctional team to achieve customer focused results with a sense of urgency accuracy and completeness

Ability to measure to a contract baseline document changes and understand how authority is designated within our contracts and delegated within our corporation Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and work in a variety of systems

Education

Bachelors degree in relevant field of study required; advanced degree preferred and can be considered in lieu of 2 years of experience. High School diploma with some college and four years additional work experience in lieu of degree. Professional Certifications (e.g. CFCM CPCM etc.) preferred

Experience

Minimum of 5 10 years relevant Government Contracting industry experience; additional years of relevant functional experience within the national security or aerospace and defense industry preferred

Additional Job Description: Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Current in scope Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is preferred.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

This is a hybrid role.
The Electronic Systems Contract Representative independently performs full cradletograve contract management in a designated portfolio representing a variety of complex contracts across one Business Area or across several Business Areas and owns critical external customer relationships.