General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
International Contracts Manager
General Atomics and Affiliated Companies, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
This position is responsible for the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of assigned government/commercial/international contracts and subcontracts. Manages and participates in all phases of the contract administration process from inception through completion including preparing, reviewing, and approving contractual documents to ensure protection of the company's contractual posture, satisfaction of contract specifications and requirements, identification of risk factors, and adherence to company policy, as well as appropriate laws and regulations. May accomplish objectives through subordinate management and/or professional staff. May be responsible for decisions that have a serious impact on outcomes within the department or across the company.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and participate in the administration of assigned contracts including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual posture.
Manage 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.
Identify legal or contractual issues, develop solutions and provide guidance to management on resolving issues while ensuring the contract administration process supports the objectives of the assigned program areas.
Ensure the company's proprietary interests are protected and that company policy is followed for processes such as, but not limited to, the review chain for reports, papers and articles.
Review agreements and evaluate documentation and authorization forms to identify problematic provisions and determine if the minimum requirements are met. May assist in reviewing agreements for consistency with laws, government regulations, economic conditions, and company policies.
Advise management of contractual rights, issues, and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
Manage and participate in the review of solicitations and assist in drafting proposals to ensure customer objectives are satisfied and company interests are protected.
Act as primary contact for contracts activities and issues. May represent the company with customers, potential customers and government representatives.
Participate with management in the development of new business or expansion of existing business opportunities.
Remain current on commercial/government/international laws, regulations and practices affecting contracts and related agreements.
Manage and actively participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management and professional talent.
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in business, law, or a related field and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts with at least five of those years managing contracts processes and personnel. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial/international contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract management and leadership skills.
Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements.
Must possess the ability to resolve complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs. Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
Salary: $100,290 - $183,098
Travel Percentage Required: 0 - 25
Relocation Assistance Provided: Provided
US Citizenship Required? Yes
Clearance Required? Desired
Clearance Level: Secret
Workstyle: Hybrid
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This position is responsible for the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of assigned government/commercial/international contracts and subcontracts. Manages and participates in all phases of the contract administration process from inception through completion including preparing, reviewing, and approving contractual documents to ensure protection of the company's contractual posture, satisfaction of contract specifications and requirements, identification of risk factors, and adherence to company policy, as well as appropriate laws and regulations. May accomplish objectives through subordinate management and/or professional staff. May be responsible for decisions that have a serious impact on outcomes within the department or across the company.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and participate in the administration of assigned contracts including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual posture.
Manage 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.
Identify legal or contractual issues, develop solutions and provide guidance to management on resolving issues while ensuring the contract administration process supports the objectives of the assigned program areas.
Ensure the company's proprietary interests are protected and that company policy is followed for processes such as, but not limited to, the review chain for reports, papers and articles.
Review agreements and evaluate documentation and authorization forms to identify problematic provisions and determine if the minimum requirements are met. May assist in reviewing agreements for consistency with laws, government regulations, economic conditions, and company policies.
Advise management of contractual rights, issues, and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
Manage and participate in the review of solicitations and assist in drafting proposals to ensure customer objectives are satisfied and company interests are protected.
Act as primary contact for contracts activities and issues. May represent the company with customers, potential customers and government representatives.
Participate with management in the development of new business or expansion of existing business opportunities.
Remain current on commercial/government/international laws, regulations and practices affecting contracts and related agreements.
Manage and actively participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management and professional talent.
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in business, law, or a related field and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts with at least five of those years managing contracts processes and personnel. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial/international contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract management and leadership skills.
Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements.
Must possess the ability to resolve complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs. Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
Salary: $100,290 - $183,098
Travel Percentage Required: 0 - 25
Relocation Assistance Provided: Provided
US Citizenship Required? Yes
Clearance Required? Desired
Clearance Level: Secret
Workstyle: Hybrid
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