Contracts Administrator I

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 83,182,000 - 114,388,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Colorado is seeking a Contracts Administrator I to support proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration for assigned programs, interfacing with customers and internal teams.

You will track documents, ensure compliance with company policies and FAR/DFAR as applicable, and assist the Contracts Manager in negotiations; a TS/SCI clearance is required and office-based work is expected in Lone Tree.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills.
• Active TS/SCI Eligibility

Responsibilities

• Secondary point of contact for the customer on all assigned contractual matters.
• Maintains professional interface with internal customer personnel and external customers.
• Supports Contracts Manager in negotiations and in tracking contract documentation and invoicing issues.
• Ensures tasks follow SNC guidelines and processes.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

About the Business

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.

Position Overview

Are you known for your attention to detail, superb documentation skills, and ability to solve complex problems? This may be the position for you! As a Contracts Administrator I, you will be responsible to support proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for assigned programs with our customers. You'll be using your skills and expertise in supporting Contract Managers to ensure proper contract management in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. You will be responsible for the initial stages of contract administration including documentation, review, and tracking of contracts.

Responsibilities

Secondary point of contact for the customer on all assigned contractual matters. Maintains close, professional interface with internal customer personnel (technical, administrative and business). Interfaces with external customers in coordination with the Contracts Manager. Works with internal customers (program managers, program directors, etc. ) ensuring all communication with external customers is concise and consistent from both technical and contractual personnel In coordination with Contracts Manager; reviews, recommends and negotiates Non-Disclosure Agreements; ensuring SNC protection in terms and conditions Supports Contracts Manager in customer negotiations with Program Management and Pricing Support Tracking, reconciling, closing and reporting Unbilled and Accounts Receivable status; supports in resolution of Invoice issues Tracks and submits Contracts and CDRL documentation Ensures all tasks are performed within SNC stated guidelines and processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

You Must Have: Associate's degree in a related field. 0-2 years of experience in a related field. Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Skills to plan, organize, multi-task, prioritize, and execute assigned workload to meet multiple deadlines. Strong communication skills. Active TS/SCI Eligibility Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry. Familiarity with government contract requirements and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) regulations. Ability to problem solve - applying originality, creativity and initiative.

Essential Functions

Ability to work primarily in an office environment. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Ability to travel occasionally (<10%) for training or contract negotiations.

Estimated Starting Salary Range

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $29.03 - $39.92. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Benefits

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Security Clearance

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About SNC

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.