• Senior Contract Manager

    Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Dallastown, PA)


    Job Descriptions:

    Kratos C5ISR Modular Systems is currently seeking a Senior Contract Manager to negotiate contracts with customers and execute and comply with all stated contractual and regulatory requirements.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    + Responsible for contract negotiations and associated change orders, revisions, etc., within set dollar limitations.

    + Acts as Gichner Shelter Systems agent in signing contracts within set dollar limitations.

    + Issues job releases, budgets, and changes as required to the functional areas, which communicate contractual requirements.

    + Protects the organization from assuming program cost and schedule impacts without recourse when such changes are customer driven.

    + Act as a facilitator in internal and external meetings.

    + Responsible for correspondence with the customer regarding all contractual issues and resolving open issues.

    + Responsible for submittal and tracking of contract reports and data items.

    + Directs invoicing of contract data items and milestone billings.

    + Responsible for contract close-out.

    + Initiates warranties and claims investigation.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

    This position has supervisory responsibilities. Directly manages Subcontract Managers.

    Required Experience:

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

    + Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.

    + Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.

    + Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.

    + Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    + BA/BS degree in busines displine

    + 5+ years of contract experience, inlcuding negotiation, administration, and compliance with Federal DoD prime/subcontracts in the defense aerospace industry.

    + Experience with government regulations (FAR/DFAR/ITAR), export licenses and associated intentional issues, contract structure, and preparation of agreements. Will advise contract administrators regarding complex contractual matters and risks and interface with prime contractors/governmental personnel regularly. Requires strong negotiation, superior interpersonal, and outstanding communication skills—occasional travel.

     

    Keyword: Senior Contract Manager

     

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    From: Kratos Defense