General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

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Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or • Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities for this Position Overview:A Subcontracts Specialist is responsible for supporting the management of the company's contractual agreements with customers, in the drafting, negotiation, and execution of contracts, as well as ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions. The Subcontracts Specialist also maintains accurate contract records and databases and assists in identifying and mitigating any contract-related risks. Additionally, this role requires strong communication and organizational skills, as the Subcontracts Specialist will work closely with program managers, legal teams, and customers to ensure that all contractual obligations are met. Key Responsibilities:• Acts as focal point for all contractual communications and commitments to customers or subcontractors.• Advises and supports business team on issues/developments relative to assigned subcontracts.• Negotiates subcontracts within business goals and documents substance of discussions, agreements, and results.• Participates as a key member of the proposal or program team to address subcontract requirements.• Monitors subcontract performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action.• Collaborates with the Capture/Proposal/Program Manager, including Program Manager - Subcontracts, to support overall subcontract performance.• Builds customer or subcontractor relationships and understands customer or subcontractor needs and issues.• Manages subcontract change process and collaborates with the Program Manager, including Program Manager - Subcontracts, Engineering, Finance, and other disciplines to mitigate performance risk.• Monitors program performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action.• Provides domain expertise in contract or subcontract management.• Provides leadership, subject matter expertise, and innovative recommendations to new or unusual subcontracting, or programmatic issues.• Executes engagements with subcontractors consistent with policies.• Supports an overall understanding of the Contracts Department operations and GDMS enterprise objectives. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:• Fully proficient knowledge of applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS) and various contract types.• Possesses fully proficient experience reviewing and analyzing subcontract documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and other provisions.• Fully proficient understanding of or subcontract management principles.• Fully proficient analytical/critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and research skills.• Fully proficient negotiation skills for subcontracts of moderate to high risk/complexity.• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to prioritize/reprioritize with changing goals.• Fully proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels.• Fully proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support effective communications and business needs.• Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways, demonstrating innovative approaches and solutions.• Collaborates and works effectively cross-functionally throughout the business.• Demonstrates judgment and creativity to identify and resolve moderately complex contract or subcontract issues, recognizing when more expert guidance is required.• Possesses a growth mindset for continuous learning to remain current with regulations and internal procedures. • Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment, and professionally executes projects with little direction.• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments. 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 $107,842.00 - USD $112,000.00 /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