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Job Title: Lead, Contracts

Job Code: 17123

Job Location: Plano, TX

Job Description:

As a Lead, Contracts, you will perform cradle-to-grave contract management for federal and commercial contracts. Assist in the Management of the company’s customer interface and administrative activities related to obtaining and executing prime and subcontracts for delivery of products and services. This position supports the Agile Development Group division, which specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), advanced radar systems, next-generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

Assisting in proposing and negotiating contracts for the company’s products and services in prime and subcontracting environmentsEnsuring compliance with federal procurement regulatory requirements and providing the primary customer interface on related issuesAdvising management on business decisions from a contractual perspective and facilitating customer interface regarding contract performance mattersProviding in-house guidance and training on federal procurement regulatory matters to Program Managers, Division staff, and other stakeholdersNegotiating terms and conditions with both government and commercial customersActing as the primary company interface with customer contracting officers and procurement agents.Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

Must be a U.S. citizen with ability obtain and maintain a secret DoD clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain additional clearances as requiredB.S. or B.A. in Business, Finance or related degree requiredMBA desired with equivalent experienceMinimum of 8 years experience in a federal contract management environment involving Cost Reimbursable, Time & Material, and Firm Fixed Price contractingSubject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of contract managementDeep understanding of FAR and DFARs contracting and subcontracting regulatory guidance. Able to provide guidance to others to ensure compliance in the proposal, negotiation, administration and other contract related activitiesNegotiating terms and conditions with both the government and prime contractors for various contract typesExperience working with the DCMA, DCAA and other federal agenciesExperience with intellectual property and data rights

Preferred Additional Skills:

Self-motivating and able to manage multiple contracts with little assistance from othersProficiency with Microsoft Office productsExcellent people skills, with experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse,  and dynamic team environmentOutstanding work ethic and commitment to organizational successExcellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)Professional Contracting Certifications 

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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