Senior Compliance Leader - Government Contracting Compliance

GE Aerospace•Washington DC, DC

About The Position

The Senior Compliance Leader - Government Contracting Compliance is the owner of GE Aerospace Government Contracting Compliance, overseeing adherence to CAS, FAR, and DFARS, and serves as the primary liaison with U.S. Department of Defense auditors and contracting officers. This role reports to the D&S Chief Compliance Officer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 10 years of professional experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Law.
OR Associates degree with minimum of 12 years of professional experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Law.
OR High School Diploma with minimum of 14 years of professional experience in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Law.
Minimum 8 years of professional experience in government compliance, accounting, finance, or government audits.

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise in CAS, FAR and DFAR.
Experience in leading teams and managing complex audits or regulatory negotiations
Strong program/project management capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to translate legal issues into actionable advice for business
Established analytical ability.
Experience with corporate compliance, integrity investigations and audit functions.
Strong interpersonal and leaderships skills.
Proven ability to develop process-driven solutions to recurring issues.
Creativity, vision, and sound judgment in developing and implementing legal solutions.
Proactive and defined self-starter with superior communication skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to tailor content, presentation, and language to various audiences.
Demonstrated ability to influence and drive internal and external stakeholders to a decision in a matrix corporate environment.
Ability to make decisions that have deep impact.
Actively embraces new ways of thinking and practices that increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Set direction, priorities and operating rhythms for government compliance activities.
Serve as primary contact for DCAA, DCMA and other government oversight officials; manage audits, regulatory inquiries, and data requests; coordinate responses and ensure timely, accurate and consistent communication.
Maintain CAS compliance, including stewardship of CAS Disclosure Statements (including updates, consistency evaluations, and support of government review); ensure compliance with FAR and DFAR requirements.
Monitor, test and improve control effectiveness and efficiency, addressing gaps and driving corrective actions.
Prepare executive level reporting, presentations, and strategic insights on compliance performance.
Lead development, implementation, and review of policies, procedures and associated documentation.
Provide advice, training, and support principally related to the risk area.
Investigate compliance concerns, manage audits of internal teams and external counterparties relating to emerging risks, implement corrective actions, and develop strategies that will continue to strengthen a world class compliance culture.
Represent the business in internal and external forums.
Utilize LEAN to simplify processes and reduce cycle time, including development of standard practices and web-based tools.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and wellbeing
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Professional development
Challenging careers
Competitive compensation