Job Title: Contracts Specialist

Location: Onsite in any of our 6 offices (Foothill Ranch, CA; El Segundo, CA; Colorado Springs, CO: Huntsville, AL: Arlington, VA; Albuquerque, NM).

Position Type: Full Time, Permanent

Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 5+ years of industry experience

Citizenship: United States citizenship is required.

Security Clearance:
All new hires will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.  US citizenship is required for clearance.  Existing security clearance is a plus, but not required.

Job Description:
ExoAnalytic Solutions is looking for an exceptionally talented Contracts Specialist that is self-motivated, adaptable, and has a strong work ethic while displaying a positive attitude. Specific job duties include:

• Administers company contracts by analyzing performance requirements and customer purchase order requirements. Analyses include performance to delivery schedules, pricing, terms and conditions and other contract provisions.
• Determines technically and commercially compliant complex proposal packages for major customers in response to customer or contract requirements. Evaluates performance requirements, delivery schedules, and estimates of costs of material, equipment, and labor hours.
• Negotiates complex contract requirements in accordance with legal and company regulations and policies.
• Negotiates price, terms and conditions, deliveries, and other business issues within a broad scope of responsibility. Ensures contract provisions are clear and conform to company policy.
• Monitors contract performance by determining compliance to contract requirements and determining the need for amendments or extensions to the contract.
• Acts as the point of contact with the customer on contracts and RFPs and participates in customer presentations.
• Applies and may lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve the efficiency of internal systems and processes within the division and/or with corporate and customer involvement. Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting complex data and making comparative analyses. Analyzes proposed changes in methods.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, and/or participating in professional societies such as the National Contract Management Association (NCMA).
• Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions.
• Plays a critical role in the public release approval process by identifying the applicable standards and performing initial reviews, then routing materials for the appropriate approvals.

Qualifications:

• Experience researching federal regulations or policies and ability to synopsize and present on research assignments.
• Strong knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, including common contract clauses, contract structures, and contract interpretation fundamentals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Highly organized, with attention to details, time management, and deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent writing skills, familiarity with technical or proposal writing.
• Excellent analytical skills and exercise of sound business judgement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with OTAs, FAR Part 12, and/or Small Business contracting.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
• Background managing intellectual property concerns.
• Background administering contracts/subcontracts relating to space acquisitions.

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 annually.  

Actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and years of experience.

Company:
ExoAnalytic Solutions is a technology and innovation leader providing world-class products and services to the US federal government and commercial customers worldwide. ExoAnalytic Solutions is an employee-owned company where a competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards package. This package encompasses a range of benefits, such as company-paid medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 6% contribution made by the company without requiring any match from the employee, and ample paid personal time off, including holidays. Our workforce is also provided with short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks. ExoAnalytic Solutions encourages a flexible schedule and allows employees to have structured freedom that allows employees to innovate. Apply today to join our team!

ExoAnalytic Solutions also provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.