Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree or Juris Doctorate plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements:Department of Defense Secret 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 a Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation’s 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:

• Provides domain expertise in 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
• Provides leadership, subject matter expertise and innovative recommendations to new or unusual contracting or programmatic 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 very strong decision-making skills
• Very strong ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle more detailed problems
• Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment General Dynamics Proprietary Information
• Demonstrates very 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 very strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels
• Demonstrates very strong analytical/critical thinking skills
• Possesses a very 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 very strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support communications and business need

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Salary NoteThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. Combined Salary RangeUSD $90,741.00 - USD $(phone number removed) /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 world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s 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 (url removed)

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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