Associate Director, F135 Production and Development Contracts (Remote)

RTX•Granby, CT

27d•Remote

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? We have an exciting remote work opportunity for an Associate Director, F135 Production and Development Contracts! The Pratt & Whitney Associate Director, F135 Production and Development Contracts, Military Engines (ME) Contracts will lead a team of contract professionals supporting the F135 Sustainment Program. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can lead a talented team working in a high profile, fast paced and exciting environment. The successful candidate must possess the ability to think strategically and provide guidance regarding highly complex contractual and programmatic challenges. This position requires significant interpersonal interaction with executive leadership and various Program Managers and Business Managers within the organization. Additionally, the selected candidate will work closely with the F135 government customer. The successful candidate will support of proposal development, performing the drafting, review and negotiation of contract terms and conditions, and administration of the resulting contracts for F135 Sustainment contracts with the US Government, foreign governments and other customers. The selected candidate will provide supervision and guidance to Contract Managers assigned to his or her team and will be the primary focal point for external and internal customers regarding contract issues and interpretation of contract requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary. The successful candidate must be a problem solver, an independent learner, possess strong team working skills, strong document drafting skills, have an understanding of aerospace business and legal issues, and be familiar with CORE process improvement tools. Approximate travel for the role is 15%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of contract management experience, including 5+ years of USG contract management experience and 3+ years of supervisory experience; OR an Advanced degree and 10+ years of contract management experience, including 5+ years of USG contract management experience and 3+ years of supervisory experience
US Citizenship required, due to program requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
The successful candidate must be a problem solver, an independent learner, possess strong team working skills, strong document drafting skills, have an understanding of aerospace business and legal issues, and be familiar with CORE process improvement tools.
Approximate travel for the role is 15%.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Experience with FAR, DFARs and the US Government procurement process
JD or Master’s Degree
Government Security Clearance
Some experience with international contracting desired

Responsibilities

lead a team of contract professionals supporting the F135 Sustainment Program
think strategically and provide guidance regarding highly complex contractual and programmatic challenges
significant interpersonal interaction with executive leadership and various Program Managers and Business Managers within the organization
work closely with the F135 government customer
support of proposal development, performing the drafting, review and negotiation of contract terms and conditions, and administration of the resulting contracts for F135 Sustainment contracts with the US Government, foreign governments and other customers
provide supervision and guidance to Contract Managers assigned to his or her team and will be the primary focal point for external and internal customers regarding contract issues and interpretation of contract requirements