Contract Leader - Defense Systems Division

Parker Hannifin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 102,305 - 170,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health and life insurance

Job summary

Parker Hannifin's Defense Systems Division in Irvine, CA, seeks a contracts professional to manage government contracts, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with DoD and FAR regulations.

The role includes coordinating with customers and internal teams, overseeing contract lifecycle, and supporting proposals and licensing compliance. This position emphasizes formal negotiation and rigorous contract administration within a defense context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four‑year college or university or equivalent, and a minimum of 5+ years related experience.
• Experience must include managing DoD contracts and major prime contracts and operating as a lead negotiator.
• Requires experience in Military/Aerospace Industry and with FAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper compliance with all contract terms and conditions; works with customers to ensure terms are balanced and fair.
• Monitors status and delivery performance of all active contracts.
• Reviews RFP terms, conditions and SOW requirements and outgoing proposals and quotations; conducts contract negotiations.
• Serves as the principal point of contact for active assigned customer accounts.
• Maintains accurate contract files and provides guidance on contractual matters such as contract law and government procurement policies.
• Disseminates information and coordinates activities of other departments to meet contract requirements.
• Enters contracts and P.O.s into the Deltek/Costpoint order entry system.
• Assists in the preparation of teaming agreements and data exchange agreements.
• Identifies mandatory flow‑down terms and conditions for Purchasing.

Skills

Contract negotiations

DoD contracts

Military/Aerospace industry

FAR regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Defense Systems Division is part of the Parker Aerospace Group, located in Irvine, California. Our products are used across military and commercial platforms globally. We specialize in cutting‑edge thermal management systems and components including fans, pumps and compressors, ammunition handling systems, weapon scoring systems, dynamic pressure sensors, piezoelectric accelerometers, towed targets, reeling machines, and associated telemetry.

For over fifty years, we have been a leader in defense products, contributing to the operational success of some of the most advanced military platforms worldwide. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.’ Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Represents the company in the procurement, negotiation, and administration of contracts for goods or services. Ensures that contracts with customers are satisfactorily fulfilled and that favorable relationships with customers are maintained. Typical duties include providing interpretation of contract provisions, screening and processing customer inquiries to ensure proactive monitoring of work performed under the contract, preparing periodic reports, estimates of completion dates, and prompt handling of customer problems. Responsible for the preparation and staffing of proposals, negotiation of new contracts, renegotiation of existing contracts, and for providing support to the Business Development/Marketing organization. A security clearance may be required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures proper compliance with all contract terms and conditions; works with MDSI customers to ensure that contract terms are balanced, fair, and do not place undue business risk upon the company.
• Monitors status and delivery performance of all active contracts.
• Reviews RFP terms, conditions and SOW requirements and outgoing proposals and quotations; conducts contract negotiations.
• Serves as the principal point of contact for active assigned customer accounts, and secondary point of contact on all others.
• Maintains accurate, complete and well‑documented contract files; serves as a key source for advice, counsel and guidance on all contractual matters such as contract law, government procurement policies and regulations.
• Disseminates information, facilitates communication and coordinates the activities of other functional departments in meeting contract requirements; resolves conflicting schedule and/or competing resource requirements.
• Enters contracts and P.O.’s into the Deltek/Costpoint order entry system.
• Assists in the preparation of teaming agreements, Proprietary Data Exchange Agreements, etc.
• Identifies mandatory flow‑down Terms and Conditions and provides this information to Purchasing.
• Develops / implements new contract management policies or procedures when such are required to ensure contract compliance and/or effective, efficient management of the company’s business.
• Ensures proper and timely close‑out of completed contracts.
• Ensures proper processing of all required import/export license applications and administers all issued licenses.
• Assists the department in developing systems and procedures for the management and administration of contracts.
• Participates in and coordinates resolution of inter‑departmental problems and, when required, suggests new methods, procedures or tools for improved management of company business.

Qualifications, Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four‑year college or university or equivalent, and a minimum of 5+ years related experience.
• Experience must include managing DoD contracts and major prime contracts and operating as a lead negotiator.
• Requires experience in Military/Aerospace Industry and with FAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proposal preparation experience is desired.
• Professional certification a plus.
• Experience preparing price proposals desired, as well as project management and export administration experience.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $102,305 to $170,240 annually.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­rmed Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.