Manager, Contracts (Remote)

RTX • Berwyn, IL

83d • $101,000 - $203,000

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. The Contract Manager is an experienced professional supporting the Power and Controls Military Spares Electric Power Systems aftermarket business. The ideal candidate has working knowledge of Government Contracting, is able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and has a strong work ethic. This is a customer-facing role responsible for various contract activities and an integral part of the value stream. You will perform proposal activities, including but not limited to proposal compliance reviews, negotiations, terms and conditions review, contract formation and provide overall support to the business on contractual matters. Additionally, you will make process improvements to enhance the effectiveness of our functions standard work, guidance and policies.

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in the Aerospace Industry or directly for Collins Aerospace
• Previous Contracts, Supply Chain or Procurement experience
• SAP experience
• Knowledge in FAR 12 and FAR 15 regulations – Commercial Item background
• Knowledge and application of Government Contracting activities
• Writing and negotiation skills
• Experience with the formation of contracts (NDA’s, MOU’s, MOA’s, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Generates, interprets, and manages large multifaceted proposals and contracts, in accordance with internal standard work instructions and external customer requirements, to ensure compliance with business objectives and regulations.
• Application and adherence to government contracting regulations including FAR and DFAR requirements.
• Assesses, interprets, and reviews documents to ensure that contracts are negotiated within agreed-upon parameters, including government procurement and cost control guidelines.
• Advises and represents the contracts organization on contractual requirements.
• Works closely with internal functional groups to support contracts negotiations with customers and execute contracts agreements in a timely manner.
• Prepares reports for internal functional groups review and approval.
• Participates in meetings to ensure all relevant functional groups understand the contractual requirements.
• Develops strong contractual relationships with internal and external customers.
• Manages the interface between Collins and external customers and helps resolve contractual matters.
• Prepares contract status reports for internal use and/or external customers.
• Manages encumbered outstanding accounts receivable issues.
• Manage small projects, process improvements, including CORE initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees