Contract Specialist, Government Programs (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-07-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HFL04: ASG Jacksonville-Blount Island 6061 BF Goodrich Blvd , Jacksonville, FL, 32226 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace and marine defense technology.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a self-motivated Contracts Specialist, Government Programs, ideally with experience in FAR/DFARS contracts to support the Collins Aerospace Aerostructures Military Contracts group, based in Jacksonville, FL. This is an on-site position, may be eligible for relocation.

The Contracts Specialist will be responsible for managing contracts for the design and production of various ship and submarine components. You will gain experience in providing business advise to your assigned value stream leadership team and represent the organization in contract matters with the customer. You may support proposal development, review terms and conditions, and administer contracts to closeout. While the rest of Collins Aerospace soars into the sky, Engineered Polymer Products dives into the sea! Located in Jacksonville, Florida. EPP specializes in marine applications for surface ships and submarines. Our dedicated teams create specialty naval parts that aid the U.S. Navy in executing their mission, ensuring excellence every day. Consider joining a community focused on culture, quality, and safety, and apply today!

This position is working onsite and located at our facility on Busch Drive in Jacksonville FL.

Primary Responsibilities: What you will do:

• You will partner with a team of contracts professionals in expanding Govt contracts knowledge and overall business acumen to improve the financial position of the business.
• You will analyze and negotiate statements of work, terms and conditions, data requirements, etc. to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• You will manage existing contracts to ensure compliance to contract terms, identify and seek adjustment for out-of-scope changes and to mitigate risk.
• You will operate collaboratively within the value stream leadership team of program managers, engineers, finance, supply chain, and operations to support program management and strategy and execution reviews to drive customer focused solutions.
• You will provide flow down and guidance to the program team on the requirements and terms within the contract.
• You must be able to travel 10% domestically.

Basic Required Qualifications/Experience Needed:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 4 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 8 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.

Skills We Value:

• Experience in the aerospace or shipbuilding industry.
• Manufacturing/production experience.
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) contracts - FAR/DFARS experience.
• Graduate degree.
• Talent in critical thinking and innovation.
• Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork and trust.
• Capable of multi-tasking and handling several assignments simultaneously.

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate e