Contracts Management Specialist

Posted 18 days ago

darwin recruitmentLos Angeles (CA)

Project Management Specialists National Security

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About the role

Contracts Management Specialist Behind every satellite that reaches orbit sits a chain of contracts, proposals and negotiations that have to be managed precisely and in line with federal regulation, or the mission simply doesn't happen. Our client needs a Contracts Management Specialist to lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation and contract administration across a portfolio of national security space programmes, working directly with US Government customers. If you have a strong grounding in FAR and DFARS, are comfortable across multiple contract types, and want your work to directly underpin programmes that matter, this role offers a genuinely varied and high impact contracts career.

The role: You will interface directly with customers and business partners across proposal preparation, contract negotiation and contract administration for a portfolio of programmes. On the proposal side, that means examining requirements, analysing terms and conditions to assess risk, and reviewing Basis of Estimates for accuracy and completeness. On the administration side, you'll process contractual documentation, advise management on contractual rights and obligations, maintain historical records, and prepare regular reporting. You'll also support shipment, billing and payment processes, interface with DCMA as required, and prepare supporting documentation such as proprietary information agreements, associate contractor agreements and export licences. Interpreting FAR guidance and managing flow downs across contract types is a core part of the role.

What you'll need:

Bachelor's degree or higher5 or more years of contract related experience
Working knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, with general knowledge of pre award and post award federal contracting practices, techniques and standards
Experience across multiple contract types including cost plus, fixed price, and time and materialsUS Citizenship with an active Top Secret clearance (active within the last 24 months)
What sets candidates apart
Demonstrated ability to handle moderately complex contract administration tasks and support competitive proposal development with minimal supervision
Experience working with commercial partners in the defense industry
Experience working with the government as a prime contractor, ideally for the Department of Defense
Experience with Other Transaction Agreements (OTA)

Experience with CostPointDarwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Adam Slade

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