Level 3 Communications, Inc

Senior Specialist, Contracts

Level 3 Communications, Inc$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years related experience, or Graduate Degree with 4+ years, or 10+ years of equivalent experience without a degree.
  • Minimum 4 years experience with Defense programs and regulations (FAR/DFARS).
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Active Secret security clearance preferred for candidates.
  • Proficiency in financial analysis and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and negotiate standard and nonstandard contracts.
  • Prepare proposals and contractual documents for U.S. Government and DoD Contractors.
  • Conduct auditing and fact-finding for major proposals.
  • Interface with customers and senior management to resolve contractual issues.
  • Analyze and compile data for contract performance tracking.
  • Manage change processes and communicate adjustment rights to customers.
  • Provide guidance and training to junior contracts professionals.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development within a specialized defense sector.
  • Onsite work environment in Greenville or Rockwall, TX.
  • Flexible working schedule with a 9/80 model allowing for long weekends.
  • Engagement in significant defense contracts with U.S. Government and agencies.
  • Collaboration with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Contracts
Job ID: 42324
Job Location:
Greenville, TX; Rockwall, TX (Onsite)

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Our team is actively seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist to join the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) business area. This position is responsible for a diverse business area, with defense customers from various USG Departments and Agencies, as well as large and small business prime contractors.

The Contracts Senior Specialist will administer, extend, negotiate, and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts. Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examine estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

Essential Functions:
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Preparing contractual letters, Terms & Conditions, Representations & Certifications for proposals to the U.S. Government and other DoD Contractors.
  • Providing audit and fact-finding support for major proposals.
  • Administering and closing contracts.
  • Compiling information and reports.
  • Interpreting contract requirements and track contractual performance to the requirements.
  • Interfacing directly with customers, senior management, and program teams to resolve issues, secure approvals, and ensure successful contract execution.
  • Serving as the primary liaison for contractual communications between L3Harris and our customers.
  • Conducting change management processes with internal team and communicating equitable adjustment rights to customers.
  • Assisting in proposing and negotiating contracts for the company's products and services in prime and subcontracting environments.
  • Ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulatory requirements.
  • Assisting procurement personnel with significant contracting tasks, including establishing flow-down terms and conditions.
  • Utilizes knowledge of regulations including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements (e.g. DFARS) and other agency regulations.
  • Influencing successful business outcomes to achieve business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income and free cash flow for new and continuing programs.
  • Providing guidance, coaching, and training to other contracts professionals and/or support level employees. May manage projects at this level with responsibility for the delegation of work and the review of others' work product.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Minimum 4 years experience working with Defense programs, FAR/DFARS, and TINA.
  • Must be a US citizen.

Preferred Skills:
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Demonstrated experience in contract negotiations.
  • Experience working with Defense programs, FAR/DFARS, and TINA.
  • Proficiency in utilizing and interpreting financial models and analyses.
  • Strong communication (verbal and written), organization, negotiation skills, and management skills.
  • Excellent computer skills including MS office applications (strong Excel and Word skills).
  • Self-motivating and able to manage multiple contracts with minimal assistance from others.
  • Excellent people skills with a positive attitude, able to collaborate in a diverse, multi-disciplinary team environment.


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