Contracts Manager II

Are you looking to use your expert contracting skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! As a Contracts Manager II, you will oversee the administration of complex contracts and play a key role in strategic contract negotiations. You will ensure that all contract activities are compliant with legal and company standards, providing expert guidance to management on contractual matters. You will be a subject matter expert in the Contracts Management function who must be able to succeed with minimal supervision and direction. Candidates should possess the ability to proactively lead tactical and strategic aspects of the contracting process from Request to Proposals (RFPs), Contract Negotiation and Administration, and Contract Closeout. The Contracts Management representative will maintain communication with cross-functional organizations and customers to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to execute the required actions on time. The Contracts Management representative will ensure contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations.

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:

• Oversee the administration and negotiation of complex contracts.
• Analyze and review contract estimates, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• 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 cross-functional teams to ensure successful contract execution and compliance.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying and addressing issues proactively.
• Conduct audits and compliance reviews, providing necessary documentation and information.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5-10+ years of experience of related contracts experience or equivalent experience in DoD contracting.
• Experience with different United States Government (USG) Contract Types (FFP, FPIF, CPAF, CPFF, T&M).
• Strong understanding of contract law and regulations to include the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Ability to make effective presentations to senior management.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to clearly recognize risk elements in business transactions, providing governance to the program team in carrying out the terms of the contract.
• Active TS Clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Certification in contract management (e.g., NCMA) or the government equivalent (DAWIA).
• Experience in government contracting.
• Knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and export licensing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop customer relationships, provide RFP shaping/analysis and have participated in proposal development and bid strategy.
• Experience with USG Intellectual Property terms and licenses.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work in an office.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability/willingness to travel as needed.
• Proficient in the use of AI tools to work smarter and more efficiently.

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

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $143,487.14 - $197,294.82. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates'' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

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.