Senior Principal Contracts Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Principal Contracts Specialist

ID: 2024-62844

USA-AZ-Scottsdale USA-VA-Fairfax USA-CA-San Jose

Required Clearance: TS/SCI, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements

Posted Date: 4/8/2024

Category: Contracts

Employment Type: Full Time

Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelors degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirement:

Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of 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 an Senior Principal 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.

Duties and Tasks:

Provides domain expertise in contract or subcontract management

Administers contracts or subcontracts and monitors contract or subcontract performance

Acts as focal point for all contractual communications and commitments to customers or subcontractors

Maintains documentation and files in accordance with applicable processes

Assures compliance with applicable federal regulations and internal policies and procedures

Participates as a key member of the proposal or program team to address contract and/or subcontract requirements

Collaborates with the Capture/Proposal/Program Manager, including Program Manager - Subcontracts, to support overall contract or subcontract performance which may include preparing or supporting

subcontractor Request for Proposal documentation

Reviews Requests for Proposals and participates in preparing compliant proposal responses

Reviews or supports reviews of subcontractor proposals including management of the source selection process by participating with the proposal evaluation team in fact finding, technical evaluation,

and cost or price analysis, as applicable

Negotiates contracts or subcontracts within business goals and documents substance of discussions, agreements, and results; Negotiates terms and conditions including estimated cost or price, delivery,

quality, and performance requirements

Reviews contract or subcontract 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

Collaborates as a key member of program team to ensure contract or subcontract requirements are fully understood and executed

Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding contract or subcontract issues, audits, and compliance requirements

Manages contract or subcontract change process and works with the Program Manager, including Program Manager Subcontracts, Engineering, Finance, and other disciplines to mitigate performance

risk

Advises and supports business team on issues and developments relative to assigned contracts or subcontracts

Monitors contract and subcontract performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action

Builds customer or subcontractor relationships and knows customer or subcontractor needs and issues

Provides leadership, subject matter expertise, and innovative recommendations to new or unusual contracting, subcontracting, or programmatic issues

Supports an overall understanding of the Contracts department operations and GDMS enterprise objectives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Has broad expertise or unique knowledge, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways

Works on very substantial and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles

Exercises very substantial independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups

Demonstrates creative, innovative approaches and solutions to contract or subcontract issues and problems utilizing substantial decision-making skills

Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments

May provide work direction to other employees as team/project leader or mentor

Contributes to shaping major market opportunities

Very substantial knowledge of applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS) and contracting experience with prime contractors or subcontractor as wells as all contract types

Possesses very substantial experience reviewing and analyzing contract or subcontract documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and other provisions

Demonstrates very substantial verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels

Exhibits very substantial evidence of successful project leadership capabilities with strong analytical/critical thinking skills

Demonstrates very substantial attention to detail and research skills

Can prioritize/re-prioritize with changing goals

Demonstrates a very substantial ability to initiate and successfully implement new ideas that increase organizational efficiency and support business objectives

Is self-motivated and able to exercise prudent business judgment in matters of business importance

Collaborates and works effectively cross-functionally throughout the business

Possesses very substantial computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support effective communications and business needs

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $143,738.80 - USD $155,529.85 /Yr.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran