Contracts Specialist

Textron•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Textron Systems’ Marine business unit is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support contract management and directors in administering U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts. Under the direction of leadership, this role supports the full contracting process, from pre-proposal activities through contract closure. The specialist works with program teams and personnel across business sites, helping ensure contract management complies with company policies, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements. The role also involves coordination with Legal on contract matters with potential legal significance.

Requirements

Basic knowledge and understanding of contracting principles and contract types.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of the federal acquisition process, U.S. Government DoD contracting principles, and governing regulations, including FAR and DFARS.
Experience in contract administration.
Basic understanding of business agreements and general business practices.
Working knowledge of subcontracting practices, accounting, finance, pricing and estimating principles, and business law.
Basic knowledge of international contract terms, ITAR, and U.S. import and export regulations.
Solid oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively 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.
Proficiency with personal computers.
BA/BS degree in a related field.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience with Federal DoD contracts (preferred).
Actively pursuing professional certificates in Government contracts (a plus).
NCMA membership (preferred).

Responsibilities

Support review and risk analysis of solicitations and terms and conditions, coordinating with a supervisor.
Participate in bid/no-bid decisions and proposal review meetings.
Review cost proposals; maintain cost and pricing data records for TINA compliance; and support fact-finding, DCAA audits, and negotiations.
Administer various U.S. Government DoD contracts and modifications, including cost reimbursement, fixed-price, incentive, award-fee, IDIQ, and time-and-material contracts.
Prepare and coordinate business correspondence, generate contract-related reports, and maintain complete and accurate contract files and records.
Participate as an integral member of designated program teams and develop working relationships with personnel at other business sites and in other functional areas.
Participate in program reviews and monitor schedules, deliverables, funding, invoicing, and payments; notify contract managers or directors of potential non-compliance or other problems that could adversely affect the company.
Identify and administer contract changes and coordinate resolution of contract issues with supervisors.
Administer closeout of completed contracts.
Ensure contract management activities comply with company policies and procedures, laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
Coordinate with Legal on contract matters with potential legal significance, including non-standard or potentially high-risk terms and conditions, before advising management about contractual risks, rights, obligations, and interpretations.
Perform other contract-related duties as assigned.