Contracts Specialist

Cessna Aircraft Company; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Job summary

Cessna Aircraft Company is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support contract management within the Marine business unit. The role involves administering various USG DoD contracts from pre-proposal activities through closure, ensuring compliance with company policies, and collaborating closely with program teams. Ideal candidates will have a BA/BS degree, experience in federal contracts, and strong communication skills. The position offers flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of contracting principles and all contract types.
• Experience with Federal DoD contracts preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple work assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support contract management throughout the contracting process.
• Prepare and coordinate business correspondence and reports.
• Monitor program performance and notify managers of issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of federal acquisition process

Communication skills

Contract administration

Business agreements understanding

Education

BA/BS degree in a related field

Job description

Contracts Specialist (341817)

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System’s Marine business unit. TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

In this role, the Contracts Specialist shall proactively provide support to contract management and directors of a particular in administering USG DoD contracts. Under the direction of leadership, they will support all aspects of contract management throughout the contracting process, from pre-proposal activities through contract closure. In performing this role, the Contracts Specialist will:

• Support the review and risk analysis of solicitations and terms and conditions and coordinate with their supervisor.
• Participate in bid/no bid decisions and proposal review meetings.
• Review cost proposals, maintain cost and pricing data records for TINA compliance, support fact-finding, DCAA audits, and negotiations.
• Proactively administer a variety of USG DoD contracts of all types (cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, award fee, IDIQ, time and material, etc.) and modifications thereto.
• Prepare and coordinate business correspondence, generate required contract-related reports, and maintain accurate and complete contract files and records for the company.
• Remain actively engaged with (and serve as an integral member of) designated program teams and develop strong interfaces with personnel located at other business sites in Slidell, LA and Hunt Valley, MD in other functional areas.
• Participate in program reviews, monitor program performance (contract schedules, deliverables, funding, invoicing and payments), and notify contract managers or directors of potential non-compliances or other problems that could have an adverse impact on the company.
• Identify and administer contract changes, and coordinate resolution of contract issues with your supervisors.
• Actively administer the closeout of completed contracts.
• Ensure contract management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
• Ensure coordination with Legal on contract matters that may have legal significance (such as, identifying to Legal non-standard or potentially high-risk terms and conditions) prior to advising management of contractual risks, rights and obligations, and terms and conditions interpretations.
• Perform other contract-related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge and understanding of contracting principles and all contract types.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the federal acquisition process, USG DoD contracting principles and governing regulations (including FAR/DFAR).
• Experience in contract administration.
• Basic understanding of business agreements and general business practices.
• Working knowledge of subcontracting practices, accounting, finance, pricing, and estimating principles, and business law.
• Basic knowledge of international contract terms, ITAR and US import and export regulations.
• Solid oral/written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management.
• Ability to manage multiple work assignments and meet critical deadlines.
• High integrity and an unyielding commitment to compliance.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically.

Required Experience

• BA/BS degree in a related field.
• 3 plus years’ experience with Federal DoD contracts preferred.
• Actively pursuing professional certificates in Government contracts is a plus.
• Ability to obtain security clearance a plus.
• NCMA member preferred.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

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EEO Statement

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