Contracts Management Specialist – Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, seeks a Contracts Management Specialist to support the Contracts team at our El Segundo, CA office. This role leads complex contracting actions, develops proposals, negotiates contracts and change orders, and administers programs.

The position requires 5+ years of contract experience, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and an active TS clearance. You will work with USG customers, navigating pre- and post-award processes to ensure compliance and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• 5+ years of contract-related experience.
• Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance (or active within last 24 months).

Responsibilities

• Interface with customers and partners on proposals, negotiations, and contract administration.
• Prepare proposals, review terms, and assess risk per BOEs.
• Administer contracts and maintain historical data.
• Facilitate shipment, billing, and payment collection and interface with DCMA.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports; manage proprietary agreements and export licenses.
• Understand and interpret FAR guidelines and manage flow downs.

Skills

Contract management

FAR/DFARS

Proposal development

Contract negotiation

US Government contracting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

CostPoint

Job description

Company Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.

Our team is curious, bold, and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

We are seeking a Contracts Management Specialist to support the Contracts team. This Contract Management position is a key member of the team and is responsible for leading various contracting actions such as developing complex and quality proposals, negotiating new contracts and change orders, and performing contract administration on existing programs. This role will develop and maintain effective working relationships with United States Government (USG) customers. This is a full-time position that is onsite at our office in El Segundo, California.

This position's internal job title is Contracts Management Spec. Our team is currently hiring for a level 3 or 4.

Position Responsibilities

• Interfacing with customers and business partners and conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration within a portfolio of programs
• Proposal preparation: examining proposal requirements, analyzing terms and conditions to evaluate risk, review Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for accuracy and completeness to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
• Contract administration: processing contractual documentation and reports, advising management of contractual rights and obligations, compilation and analyses of data and maintenance of historical information
• Facilitating proper shipment, billing, and payment collection for deliveries and interfacing with DCMA as required
• Preparing weekly and monthly reports and maintenance of assigned contracts
• Duties may also include the preparation of proprietary information agreements, associate contractor agreements, export licenses/agreements, and various types of memoranda
• Understand and interpret FAR guidelines for specific contract types and manage flow downs

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 5+ years of contract-related experience
• Knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, general knowledge of pre-award and post-award federal government contracting industry practices, techniques, and standards
• Experience with various contract types, including cost plus, fixed price and time and materials required
• This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Ability to demonstrate the skill and ability to perform moderately complex contracts administration tasks and support development of competitive proposals
• Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity and work under minimal supervision
• Experience working with commercial partners in the defense industry
• Experience working with the government as a prime contractor, preferably for DOD
• Experience working with Other Transaction Agreements (OTA)
• Experience with CostPoint

Conflict Of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range

• Level 3: $96,050 - $141,250
• Level 4: $118,150 - $173,750

Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

Category = Corporate

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Boeing EEO Policy

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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