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SkyWater Technology Foundry

Sr. Principal Contracts Administrator

SkyWater Technology Foundry, Bloomington, MN, United States


Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters or Florida location, employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning "science fiction" into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees - and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Position Summary:

As a USG Contracts Administrator, you'll enable growth and compliance in SkyWater's US Government business lines. You will be responsible for all elements of a contract's lifecycle, including SOW negotiation, proposal support, reps & certs, negotiation & execution, implementation and tracking, flowdown determination and tracking, reports and deliverables documentation, scope change and modifications, funding requests & tracking, closeout and disposition. In addition, you'll be involved in various aspects of compliance and auditing across financial, contractual and regulatory elements.

Responsibilities:
  • Review, redline, and negotiate contracting documents with our customers.
  • Complete Reps and Certs and other collateral documentation in support of proposals, contracts, and modifications.
  • Proposal support including requirements/compliance tracking, justifications, and submissions.
  • Coordinate internal review of contracts and modifications, and summarize feedback for negotiation.
  • Obtain signatures on negotiated agreements and modifications, and file / record appropriately.
  • Review flowdowns for applicability in our contracts, and provide flowdown lists for subcontracting.
  • Track, generate and submit documentation for deliverables and reports.
  • Identify scope and scope change, and pursue scope modifications as needed.
  • Contract closeout coordination and property disposition.
  • Track and update registrations and certifications, including regulatory aspects.
  • Provide and/or coordinate contract interpretations for internal stakeholders.
  • Submit funding requests and drive to closure.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 4-8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 2-6 years of relevant experience to meet expectations.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of the organization, both internal and external.
  • Demonstrated writing ability including contract clause drafting, writing justifications.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally to organize and motivate teams to deliver work product.
  • U.S. Citizen Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance (up to TS/SCI) which requires U.S Citizenship.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong preference to have experience with USG contracting including FAR/DFAR, OTA, cost-type and fixed-price contracts.
  • Experience in semiconductor fabrication or microelectronics technology.
  • Travel: willing to travel to visit customers and subcontractors at various sites up to 10%.
  • Preferred active or historical DoD clearance.
SkyWater has an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and financial benefits, such as, bonuses, life insurance, 401k match, and opportunities to buy SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

We provide benefits that promote a healthy life, such as, comprehensive benefits package including benefit eligibility day one, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, an on-site, self-serve market and so much more!

SkyWater is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, medical conditions, family care or medical leave status, military service or status as a Protected Veteran, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws ("Protected Characteristics"). SkyWater complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning EEO/AA employment. SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Human_Resources@SkyWatertechnology.com

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