Contract Specialist

Moog Inc; Gilbert (AZ); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Flexible paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Moog Inc is seeking a Contract Specialist for a hybrid role in Phoenix, AZ. The position requires a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, plus strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR/UCC, EAR/ITAR, and contract law.

You will write and review contracts, coordinate with legal counsel, and lead documentation through all contract phases while maintaining excellent customer relations and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Superior analytical skills with ability to work with limited direction under aggressive schedule and cost containment mandates.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
• Experience with Government and customer-furnished equipment and material.
• Contract negotiation experience including domestic and international contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prepare required contractual documents and long-term agreements to protect business and legal positions.
• Write and review contracts, proposals, and long-term agreements.
• Consult with Legal Counsel on contract reviews prior to award to ensure compliance with Moog's proposals and policies.
• Interpret Federal Acquisition Regulations and agency regulations; negotiate new contracts and change orders.
• Collaborate with technical teams on data rights documentation; maintain strong customer relations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Export compliance knowledge

Contract negotiation

US EAR/ITAR knowledge

Warranty claims experience

FAR/DFAR/UCC knowledge

Contract law

Education

Bachelor's degree with 3+ years experience

Job description

Job Title

Contract Specialist

Reporting To

Supervisor, Contract Administration

Work Schedule

Hybrid – Phoenix, AZ

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Superior analytical skills and ability to work with very limited direction in an environment characterized by aggressive schedule and cost containment mandates.
• Experience working knowledge of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Experience with warranty claims.
• Experience with Government and customer-furnished equipment and material.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
• Contract negotiation experience including domestic and international contracts experience, negotiating terms and conditions.
• Experience with Government (DOD, NASA, NOAA, etc.) and Commercial Direct Contracts.
• Strong working knowledge of Contract Law.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of contractual matters affecting programs.
• Assume leadership responsibility for the timely preparation of required contractual documents, memorandums of agreement/understandings, long term agreements and/or teaming agreements to protect Moog’s business and legal positions.
• Write and review contracts, proposals, and long-term agreements.
• Consult with Group or Corporate Legal Counsel Review assigned contracts prior to award to assure that all technical requirements, prices, terms and conditions, and delivery agree with Moog’s proposal, negotiated agreement, and division policies.
• Interpretation of Federal Acquisition Regulations and agency regulations Negotiate new contracts and change orders.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a timely manner.
• Review contractual documentation for compliance to division policy and prior agreements.
• Process milestone billings and facilitate CPFF, CPIF, CPAF, FFP (with economic adjustments), FFP (redetermination), FFP, Time and Material, Contracts
• Collaboration with technical team on data rights documentation
• Maintain excellent customer relations.
• Work closely with empowered officials to obtain all export licenses and other necessary government authorizations required for exporting hardware, documentation, and technical services.
• Review purchase orders with appropriate Moog disciplines to ensure that all contractual requirements are consistent with Moog's proposal.
• Support business travel, up to 10%.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary

Salary Range Transparency: Phoenix, AZ $72,000.00–$105,000.00 Annually Salary Range Disclaimer The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

Eligibility

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Diversity Statement

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Contact

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.