Contract Administrator IV

General Atomics; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA seeks an experienced Contracts professional to manage bids, negotiations, and contract administration across business units. You will interpret terms, advise on obligations, and interface with customers to ensure timely award and fulfillment.

The role demands 8+ years in contract administration, a B.A. in business administration, and strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in contract administration and 10+ years experience.
• Understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations.
• Customer focused with ability to develop innovative solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Review bids to ensure they meet company policy and customer solicitation requirements.
• Lead negotiating and modifying standard contracts and assist in negotiating non-standard contracts.
• Advise management on terms and obligations and interpret contract terms.
• Maintain records and act as primary contact with customers and outside organizations.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Proposal review

SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Tools

SAP

Job description

55755BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Summary Under limited direction, this position is responsible for supporting one or more business units in the management of contracts. Areas of responsibility include proposal review, contract preparation, negotiation, and administration, verifying export classification and foreign restrictions, and customer interface to provide for contract award and fulfillment in accordance with company policy. Reviews, interprets, recommends, and negotiates contractual terms and conditions and interprets established policies, procedures, and standard practices to develop proactive plans to ensure contract activities achieve desired objectives and timetables. Represents the organization as the primary administrative contact on assigned contracts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews bids and proposals to ensure they meet company policy and customer solicitation requirements.
• Identifies contract issues and responds to a variety of complex inquiries while providing leadership in developing innovative solutions.
• Participates in and may lead negotiating and modifying standard contracts and assists in negotiating and modifying non-standard contracts.
• Reviews drafts as necessary, and negotiates terms and conditions of non-disclosure, teaming, license, and memorandum of understanding agreements.
• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions.
• May participate in cost and pricing reviews with program management and customer representatives.
• Maintains an awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on contracts, including export considerations.
• Maintains, analyzes, updates, and develops various electronic and hard copy records.
• Makes presentations as required and acts as a primary contact with customers and outside organizations.
• Provides direction to professional or technical staff on contract matters.
• May participate in the selection, development, and training of contract staff.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in contract administration or a related discipline, along with ten or more years of progressive professional experience in contract administration. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations, and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
• the ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex problems;
• excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings and new concepts to a variety of audiences;
• excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties;
• the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases;
• the ability to lead less experienced professional employees; and,
• excellent computer skills. Working knowledge of SAP desirable. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• The submission of a cover letter with resume is desired.

Job Category:

Contracts/Sub Contracts/Purchasing

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle:

Hybrid

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

90,500

Pay Range High:

155,375

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Clearance Required?

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.