Contracts Principal

General Dynamics Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Contracts Principal in Lincoln, NE for a part-time role. You will develop, negotiate, and administer contracts, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations while coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.

The position requires an Associate's Degree and 8–10 years of relevant experience, with strong Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail. Join a team focused on integrity, innovation, and compliant contract management.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus 8–10 years of contracts experience or an equivalent combination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develops, prepares, and administers contracts, bids, and proposals that meet specifications and comply with all policies and regulations.
• Supports or participates in contract negotiations with suppliers, partners, or customers.
• Reviews contract terms to identify any potential risk or compliance issues.
• Examines supporting materials and agreement documents related to bids or contracts and provides guidance.
• Acts as liaison between the organization and subcontractors to implement the contracts.
• Maintains contract records used to ensure compliance with reporting and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Contract lifecycle management

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Contract review

Leadership

Oral and written communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Contracts Principal

US-NE-Lincoln

Job ID: 2026-37387

Type: Part-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Legal

Lincoln, NE (Main Plant)

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field
• Uses advanced techniques, theories, and processes to complete work
• Leads others to solve complex problems
• Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations
• May lead functional teams or projects
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Develops, prepares, and administers contracts, bids, and proposals that meet specifications and comply with all policies and regulations.
• Supports or participates in contract negotiations with suppliers, partners, or customers.
• Reviews contract terms to identify any potential risk or compliance issues.
• Examines supporting materials and agreement documents related to bids or contracts and provides guidance.
• Acts as liaison between the organization and subcontractors to implement the contracts.
• Maintains contract records used to ensure compliance with reporting and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Finance or Business preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Organizational skills. Oral and written communication skills. Detail oriented. Leadership skills. Contract compliance. Contract lifecycle management. Contract negotiation. Contract administration. Contract review.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.