The Contract Specialist works with the AEVEX team of Contract professionals in support of Government contracts to ensure compliance with applicable procedures, legal requirements, and FAR/DFARS and import/export regulations. We are seeking a motivated self-starter and sharp learner to join our team. Candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail and organization, and understanding of general business operations.

Essential Functions

• Negotiates nondisclosure agreements, teaming agreements, proprietary information agreements, and other standard and non-standard agreements as assigned
• Completes and/or coordinates completion of supporting documentation for proposals including:
  • Reps & Certs
  • IP/data rights assertions
  • Commercial item assertions
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders at all levels including Program Managers, Directors, Business Development, Accounting, and Security to ensure proposals and contracts comply with contract terms and conditions, public law requirements, performance requirements, as well as company policies and procedures including import/export regulations
• Identify risks and recommend risk mitigation for all types of contract actions
• Maintain contract documents, files and records in accordance with established policies, procedures and audit guidelines to ensure compliance throughout the procurement cycle
• Assist with additional projects and other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies

• Familiar with FAR/DFARS and agency flow-downs/requirements
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills, strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, in particular Excel spreadsheets, MS Word, and SharePoint
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload while staying organized and maintaining excellent contract records

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Experience

• 2-4 years applicable DoD Contract Department experience

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.

About AEVEX Aerospace

AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and Florida.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. We welcome candidates with diverse strengths, experiences, backgrounds, and capabilities, who share a passion for 'Empowering People to Make the World a Safer Place.

Applicants who are offered employment from AEVEX Aerospace, LLC ("AEVEX") will be subject to a background check by a third party. Prior to the background check being conducted, the applicant will be required to complete disclosure and authorization forms authorizing AEVEX to conduct a background check. The authorization is made in electronic form and will only be shared with individuals who have a business need to review the information to make employment decisions. During the background process, applicants will verify personal information such as the below. An applicant who provides incomplete information will be disqualified from employment at AEVEX.

• Criminal Convictions (misdemeanor and felony).
• Prior Employment History
• Educational History

AEVEX reserves the right to disqualify a candidate based on the results of the background investigation.