AAR Corp.
Defense Contracts Manager
AAR Corp., Wood Dale, Illinois, us, 60399
About Us:
AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering, and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners, and for society.
Defense Contracts Manager - 15770
DescriptionPENDING CONTRACT AWARD
SUMMARY
The Defense Contract Manager is responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with all aspects of the Programs contract requirements, receiving statements of work, analyzing and writing proposals, addressing changes to the Programs contract, and interfacing directly with the client for any contractual issues.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and administer new Customer contract requirements for Program as needed.
Review, comprehend, and communicate government requirements and regulatory guidance from various sources (FAR, DFARS, DLA, etc.).
Assist Program Manager in identifying and proposing contract modifications and changes.
Communicate effectively to AAR staff and clients, orally and in writing, the requirements, provisions, clauses, and various factors surrounding the RFQ/RFP/IFB.
Negotiate prices with Customer personnel when required as authorized by AAR Business Units.
Track, monitor, consolidate and manage quotation files to meet due dates. Verify and remove invalid requirements, and keep records current.
Document preparation including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Contracts, Subcontracts, and other agreements (long and short term).
Work with Finance, Legal, and Business staff to prepare and deliver proposals.
Advise Business Leaders on risks.
All other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Commitment to company values and ethics
Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately
Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy
Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
Teamwork: works harmoniously with others to get a job done, responds positively to instructions/procedures, and works well with others
Strong customer orientation
Organization: very detail-oriented and always comes prepared
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four (4) to seven (7) years of experience in contracts, government affairs, procurement/purchasing, business development, or similar government/defense business discipline required.
Experience with a Government agency is preferred.
Prior experience in the Defense industry is preferred.
A self-starting team player with multi-tasking ability and strong inter-personal skills is the ideal candidate for this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
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Job:
Defense
Primary Location:
United States-Illinois-Wood Dale
Schedule:
Full-time
Overtime Status:
Exempt
AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering, and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners, and for society.
Defense Contracts Manager - 15770
DescriptionPENDING CONTRACT AWARD
SUMMARY
The Defense Contract Manager is responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with all aspects of the Programs contract requirements, receiving statements of work, analyzing and writing proposals, addressing changes to the Programs contract, and interfacing directly with the client for any contractual issues.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and administer new Customer contract requirements for Program as needed.
Review, comprehend, and communicate government requirements and regulatory guidance from various sources (FAR, DFARS, DLA, etc.).
Assist Program Manager in identifying and proposing contract modifications and changes.
Communicate effectively to AAR staff and clients, orally and in writing, the requirements, provisions, clauses, and various factors surrounding the RFQ/RFP/IFB.
Negotiate prices with Customer personnel when required as authorized by AAR Business Units.
Track, monitor, consolidate and manage quotation files to meet due dates. Verify and remove invalid requirements, and keep records current.
Document preparation including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Contracts, Subcontracts, and other agreements (long and short term).
Work with Finance, Legal, and Business staff to prepare and deliver proposals.
Advise Business Leaders on risks.
All other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Commitment to company values and ethics
Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately
Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy
Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
Teamwork: works harmoniously with others to get a job done, responds positively to instructions/procedures, and works well with others
Strong customer orientation
Organization: very detail-oriented and always comes prepared
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four (4) to seven (7) years of experience in contracts, government affairs, procurement/purchasing, business development, or similar government/defense business discipline required.
Experience with a Government agency is preferred.
Prior experience in the Defense industry is preferred.
A self-starting team player with multi-tasking ability and strong inter-personal skills is the ideal candidate for this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
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Job:
Defense
Primary Location:
United States-Illinois-Wood Dale
Schedule:
Full-time
Overtime Status:
Exempt
AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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