Contracts Manager IV

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

This position is responsible for managing the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and on-going administration of assigned complex and diversified government/commercial contracts (both domestic and international), special agreements (e.g. confidentiality agreements, teaming agreements, sales representation agreements, cooperative research and developmental agreements (CRADAs), and memorandum of understandings (MOUs).

Manages all phases of the special agreements process and contract process from inception through completion including customer requirements review (e.g. statements of work (SOW), bid instructions, contract structure, and terms and conditions), proposal review, contract review and approving all contractual documents, to ensure protection of the company's contractual posture, satisfaction of contract requirements, identification of risk factors, and adherence to company policy, as well as appropriate laws and regulations.

Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate management and/or professional staff.
May be responsible for decisions that have an extended and significant impact on outcomes across the company.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the administration of assigned contracts including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual posture.
• Manage proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications.
• Identify legal or contractual issues, develop solutions and provide guidance to management on resolving complex issues while ensuring the contract administration process supports the objectives of the assigned program areas.
• Ensure the company's proprietary interests are protected and that company policy is followed for processes such as, but not limited to, the review chain for reports, papers and articles.
• Manage the review of agreements and evaluate documentation and authorization forms to identify problematic provisions and determine if the minimum requirements are met.
• May assist in reviewing agreements for consistency with laws, government regulations, economic conditions, and company policies.
• Advise management of contractual rights, issues, and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Manage the review of solicitations and assist in drafting proposals to ensure customer objectives are satisfied and company interests are protected.
• Act as primary contact for contracts activities and issues.
• May represent the company with customers, potential customers and government representatives.
• Collaborate with management in the development of new business or expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Remain current on government/commercial/ laws, regulations and practices affecting contracts and related agreements.
• Manage the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management and professional talent.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in business, law, or a related field and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts and special agreements.
• May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract management and leadership skills.
• Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise with reviewing, recommending changes, and negotiating contract and special agreement terms and conditions.
• Must possess exceptional written communication skills.
• Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements.
• Must possess the ability to resolve unusually complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.