Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist

ID: 2025-66422
USA-MA-Dedham USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 5/15/2025
Category: Contracts
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.


Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for aSenior AdvancedContractsSpecialist. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nations fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Asenior leveladvanced position in a field ofcontractmanagement
• Administerscontracts and monitorscontract performance
• Acts as focal point for allcontractual communications and commitments
• Assures compliance with applicable federal regulations and internal policies and procedures
• Reviews Requests for Proposals and participates in preparing compliant proposal responses
• Negotiates proposals within business goals and documents substance of discussions, agreements and results
• Reviewscontractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance withcontract terms, conditions, and other provisions including applicable federal regulations and business team objectives prior to signature / acceptance
• Works as a key member of program team to ensurecontract requirements are fully understood and executed
• Responds to internal and external inquiries regardingcontract issues, audits, and compliance requirements
• Managescontract change process and works with Program Management, Engineering, Finance and other disciplines to mitigate performance risk
• Advises and supports business team on issues / developments relative to assignedcontracts
• Monitors program performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action
• Builds customer relationships and knows customer needs and issues
• Supports overall understanding ofcontract operation and enterprise objectives

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• A seasoned, experienced professional with a proficient understanding ofcontracts management; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS) andcontracting experience with Prime, Sub Contractors as wells as allcontract types
• Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment and professionally executes projects with little direction
• Proficient with FAR/DFAR Data Rights Assertions, with the ability to work with technical SMEs to understand and protect GDMS intellectual property
• Experience with commercialcontracting and negotiating terms and conditions
• Networks withsenior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
• Skilled in negotiation ofcontracts/subcontracts of moderate to high risk / complexity
• Has experience reviewing and analyzingcontractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance withcontract terms, conditions, and other provisions
• Due to security restrictions, must be familiar with and able to assimilate functions such as Finance, informal earned value, scheduling and property management as it pertains tocontract management
• Possesses proficient verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with customers to control scope, negotiate proposals, and build relationships
• Demonstrates proficient analytical/critical thinking skills; attention to detail and research skills
• Is able to prioritize/re-prioritize with changing goals and tight deadlines
• Collaborates and works effectively cross-functionally throughout the business
• Has proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support communications and business needs
• CFCM Certification preferred
• Oracle, Ariba and Exostar knowledge preferred

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $127,763.00 - USD $132,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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