Senior Manager, Contracts (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-08-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The Resilient Navigation Solutions (RNS) Portfolio at Collins Mission Systems is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager, Contracts, to lead the Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (APNT) Program Area. In this pivotal role, you will oversee key United States Government (USG) Department of Defense (DoD) contracts with the Army, playing a crucial part in driving the success of mission-critical programs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced contracts professional to leverage their expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to shape business strategies, influence high-stakes decisions, and ensure the achievement of financial and program objectives.
 

As the Senior Manager, Contracts, you will be a trusted advisor and integral member of both the APNT Program team and the RNS Contracts leadership team. You will collaborate closely with Program Management leadership, the Office of General Counsel, and cross-functional peers to navigate complex contractual matters, from proposal reviews to risk mitigation. If you are a seasoned professional with a passion for driving program excellence and fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of defense technology.

What YOU Will Do:

• Communicate with internal and external customers to establish mutually beneficial relationships and frequently influence business decisions.
• Implement strategies to improve acquisition timelines and customer pace of contractual actions.
• Investigate and resolve contractual matters by applying critical thinking, gathering detailed information, seeking innovative contracting techniques, and proactively collaborating with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide advice and guidance to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes to contract scope.
• Review proposals to ensure proposed solutions meet customer requirements, represent a balanced risk/opportunity posture, and deliver a financially sound business case while meeting company policies and standards.
• Develop pre-negotiation objectives and implement negotiation strategy reviews as part of the proposal development process.

What YOU Will Learn:

• Master the Art of Strategic Negotiations: Develop advanced negotiation strategies that balance risk and opportunity, ensuring both program success and strong financial performance in high-stakes DoD contracts.
• Drive Innovation in Contracting: Explore and implement cutting-edge contracting techniques that streamline acquisition processes and enhance the efficiency of program execution.
• Leadership in High-Impact Programs: Gain insights into leading large-scale, mission-critical defense programs, collaborating with senior leadership across multiple disciplines to drive strategic initiatives.
• Navigate Complex Regulatory Landscapes: Deepen your expertise in navigating the complexities of FAR and DFARS, learning to manage and influence decisions within strict regulatory frameworks.
• Shape Future Defense Technologies: Contribute to the development and success of cutting-edge defense technologies, playing a pivotal role in the advancement of resilient navigation solutions for the U.S. Army.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required 

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Advanced knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Direct experience in the development of proposals, including sole source and competitive pursuits, as well as intensive fact-finding, negotiations, and certification of Cost or Pricing Data
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in USG DoD contracting

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of objectives, in