Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree 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.

Duties and Tasks:
* A senior level advanced position in contract management
* Administers contracts and monitors contract performance
* Acts as focal point for all contractual communications and commitments to customers

* 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 requirements
* Collaborates with the Capture/Proposal/Program Manager, including Program Manager to support the

overall contract performance which may include preparing Request for Proposal documentation
* Reviews or supports reviews of 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
* Reviews Requests for Proposals and participates in preparing compliant proposal responses
* Negotiates contracts within business goals and documents substance of discussions, agreements, and

results; Negotiates terms and conditions including estimated cost/price, delivery,

quality, and performance requirements
* Reviews contract 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 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 the Program Manager, including Program Manager,

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 an overall understanding of the Contracts Department operations and GDMS

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 contract issues and problems utilizing

very 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 well as all contract types
* Has experience reviewing and analyzing contract 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 effective communications and

business needs

Desired: Experience with production contracts, ISAs, and/or repairs.

Target salary range: USD $134,230.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr. 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.

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans