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Leonardo DRS, Inc. Principal Contracts Administrator in Fitchburg, Massachusetts

Job ID: 109727

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead the administration and monitoring of contract performance on major/complex government contracts

  • Conduct the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures

  • Responsible for contract solicitation terms, handling contract award confirmations, interpreting agreement terms and conditions and identifying potential issues, reviewing agreement amendments/modifications and incorporating changes

  • Review contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements, identify risks and areas of concern on contract terms and conditions and provides contractual advice, guidance to the program and operations managers

  • Respond to inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions

  • Provide fulfillment of contract deliverables, billings and cash collections

  • Conduct proposal preparation for customer requirements

  • Prepare and analyze complex price proposals

  • Participate in TINA implementation/sweeps

  • Negotiate terms and conditions

  • Monitor contract performance and cost controls and ensure compliance with contract terms

  • Prepare teaming agreements, MOUs, MOAs, and domestic and international consultant/sales representative agreements and other contractual agreements

  • Prepare contractual documents, including the preparation of contract terms and conditions, and assemble contract documentation package

  • Participate in management review of proposals/contracts and in the conduct of program reviews

  • Prepare export license applications

  • Provide subcontract negotiation and management

  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend DRS’ mission, values and culture

  • May provide work leadership for lower-level employees

  • Maintain effective internal and external customer relations

  • Perform special projects as requested

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline with a minimum of 8 years related experience

  • Expert knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)

  • Advanced understanding of complex contract/purchase order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process including sole source and competitive procurements

  • Expert knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use

  • Expert knowledge of government intellectual property (IP)/ software and data rights clauses and IP marking guidelines

  • Expert knowledge of source selection/evaluation process including cost and price analysis

  • Advanced knowledge of requirements for and experienced in administration of government property

  • Advanced knowledge of government contract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention

  • Advanced knowledge and thorough understanding of proper drafting, negotiation and use of contracts, subcontracts, POs teaming and other forms of agreements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Contract/agreement briefing, negotiation and review experience

  • Experience in monitoring contracts/subcontracts of increasing complexity and value

  • Membership in National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and CPCM certification desired

  • US Citizenship Required

U.S. Citizenship required.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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