Contract Specialist

Moog Inc.•Gilbert, AZ

11d•$72,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture characterized by mutual respect and empowerment. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction and a better quality of life both inside and outside of work. Our team in Space & Defense Group is looking for an intelligent, engaged, and personable candidate to join us as a Contracts Specialist. You will report to the Supervisor, Contracts Administration and will have a hybrid work schedule in Gilbert, AZ.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
Superior analytical skills and ability to work with very limited direction in an environment characterized by aggressive schedule and cost containment mandates.

Nice To Haves

Experience working knowledge of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Experience with warranty claims.
Experience with Government and customer-furnished equipment and material.
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
Contract negotiation experience including domestic and international contracts experience, negotiating terms and conditions.
Experience with Government (DOD, NASA, NOAA, etc.) and Commercial Direct Contracts.
Strong working knowledge of Contract Law.

Responsibilities

Participate in all phases of contractual matters affecting programs.
Assume leadership responsibility for the timely preparation of required contractual documents, memorandums of agreement/understandings, long term agreements and/or teaming agreements to protect Moog’s business and legal positions.
Write and review contracts, proposals, and long-term agreements.
Consult with Group or Corporate Legal Counsel
Review assigned contracts prior to award to assure that all technical requirements, prices, terms and conditions, and delivery agree with Moog’s proposal, negotiated agreement, and division policies.
Interpretation of Federal Acquisition Regulations and agency regulations
Negotiate new contracts and change orders.
Communicate with internal and external customers in a timely manner.
Review contractual documentation for compliance to division policy and prior agreements.
Process milestone billings and facilitate CPFF, CPIF, CPAF, FFP (with economic adjustments), FFP (redetermination), FFP, Time and Material, Contracts
Collaboration with technical team on data rights documentation
Maintain excellent customer relations.
Work closely with empowered officials to obtain all export licenses and other necessary government authorizations required for exporting hardware, documentation, and technical services.
Review purchase orders with appropriate Moog disciplines to ensure that all contractual requirements are consistent with Moog's proposal.
Support business travel, up to 10%.

Benefits

great compensation package
bonus opportunities
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations)
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development and other personal growth programs
Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.