Prin Contracts Specialist

Prin Contracts Specialist Description Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

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• Support the review and risk analysis of solicitations and terms and conditions and coordinate with their supervisor.
• Participate in bid/no bid decisions and proposal review meetings.
• Review cost proposals, maintain cost and pricing data records for TINA compliance, support fact-finding and DCAA audits, and support negotiations.
• Proactively administer a variety of contracts (government/commercial, domestic/international) of all types (cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, award fee, IDIQ, time and material, etc.) and modifications thereto.
• Prepare and coordinate business correspondence, generate required contract-related reports, and maintain accurate and complete contract files and records for the company.
• Remain actively engaged with (and serve as an integral member of) designated program teams and develop strong interfaces with Hunt Valley personnel in other functional areas.
• Participate in program reviews, monitor program performance (contract schedules, deliverables, funding, invoicing, and payments), and notify contract managers or directors of potential non‑compliances or other problems that could have an adverse impact on the company.
• Identify and administer contract changes, and coordinate resolution of contract issues with,parent supervisors.
• Actively administer the closeout of completed contracts.
• Ensure contract‑management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
• Ensure coordination with Legal on contract matters that may have legal significance (such as, identifying to Legal non‑standard or potentially high‑risk terms and conditions) prior to advising management of contractual risks, rights and obligations, and terms and conditions interpretations.
• Perform other contract‑related duties as assigned.

Solid knowledge and understanding of basic contracting principles and all contract types in a DoD environment.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Strong knowledge of the federal acquisition process, government contracting principles and governing regulations (including FAR/DFAR).

Demonstrated experience in contract administration.

Understanding of business agreements and general business practices, working knowledge of subcontracting practices, accounting, finance, pricing and estimating principles, and business law.

Knowledge of international contract terms, ITAR and US import and export regulations.

Solid oral/written communication and organizational skills.

Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management.

Ability to manage multiple work assignments and meet critical deadlines.

High integrity and an unyielding commitment to compliance.

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Personal computer skill proficiency.

• BA/BS degree in Business or related field.
• 10 years of experience with contracting directly with the U.S. Government and/or as a major subcontractor to prime contractors in a DoD environment.
• In possession of or have ability to obtain a Security Clearance at the Secret level.
• NCMA member preferred.
• Preference: in possession of or actively pursuing professional certifications in contracts management, to include CPCM and/or CFCM.

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