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SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

As a Contracts Manager, you will be using your skills and expertise to administer, extend, negotiate, and terminate our standard and nonstandard contracts. You'll be responsible for examining estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. You'll advise management of contractual rights and obligations and ensure our contracting activities provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

+ Negotiate, award, and administer contracts through closure

+ Review and evaluate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for new efforts and for modifications to existing contracts

+ Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

+ Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and potential risks.

+ Manage contract modifications, renewals, and terminations.

+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract terms are clearly understood and adhered to.

+ Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying issues and proposing solutions.

+ Support audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and information.

+ Comply with all FAR, DFAR, and other customer Acquisition Policies for each acquisition

Qualifications You Must Have:

+ Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program

+ Typically 2-4+ years of progressive contracts experience, which includes 0-2+ years of management experience

+ Bachelor's degree in a related field of study

+ A higher level degree may substitute for experience

+ Familiarity with government contract requirements and FAR/DFAR regulations

+ Proven experience in negotiating and awarding contracts

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

+ Ability to work well with others

+ Ability to travel at least 10%

Qualifications We Prefer:

+ Experience within the Aerospace & Defense Industry

+ Certification in contract management or the US Government equivalent

+ Working level knowledge and understanding of FAR and DFAR regulations

+ Experience with multiple USG contract types - FFP, FPIF, CPIF, CPFF, etc.

+ Strong understanding of contract law and regulations

+ Experience in Government contracting

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/Personnel-Vetting/Background-Investigations-for-Applicants/Investigations-Clearance-Process/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.