General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Contracts Manager
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high‑resolution surveillance systems.
This position is responsible for managing the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and ongoing review of assigned government, commercial, and international contracts, including significant and/or diversified contracts.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the administration of assigned contracts, including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to ensure protection of the company's contractual posture.
Lead a team of contracts managers and professionals to support proposal preparation and customer contact activities to ensure 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 the review chain for reports, papers, and articles.
Review 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 contract 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 commercial/government 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 required management and professional talent.
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts. Equivalent experience may substitute for education.
Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise in government/commercial contract administration principles, concepts, and practices, and extensive contract management and leadership skills.
Thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements.
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 to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
Self‑initiated, able to work in a team environment, and willing to work extended hours and travel as required.
Availability to travel to international and domestic locations as necessary.
Job Type: Full‑time Salary range: $125,810 - $229,670
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Job function: Purchasing
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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This position is responsible for managing the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and ongoing review of assigned government, commercial, and international contracts, including significant and/or diversified contracts.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the administration of assigned contracts, including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to ensure protection of the company's contractual posture.
Lead a team of contracts managers and professionals to support proposal preparation and customer contact activities to ensure 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 the review chain for reports, papers, and articles.
Review 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 contract 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 commercial/government 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 required management and professional talent.
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts. Equivalent experience may substitute for education.
Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise in government/commercial contract administration principles, concepts, and practices, and extensive contract management and leadership skills.
Thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements.
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 to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
Self‑initiated, able to work in a team environment, and willing to work extended hours and travel as required.
Availability to travel to international and domestic locations as necessary.
Job Type: Full‑time Salary range: $125,810 - $229,670
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Job function: Purchasing
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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