Contracts Manager (Hybrid) - 26151

Requisition Number: 26151

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $91,464.00 - $140,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Senior

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Job Description

Enlighten is seeking a dedicated Contracts Manager. We are expanding our Contracts team to provide a second manager to address the high volume of work. This role focuses on owning the end-to-end contract lifecycle-from negotiation and drafting to execution and risk mitigation. You will play a crucial role in ensuring legal compliance across all business operations, with the added support and resources of our parent company, HII Mission Technologies Corp. (HII MTC). The position is hybrid out of our Columbia, MD office.

#LI-DW2 #Mid-Senior Level

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a core contractual business advisor to line management (VP of Operations, Senior Directors, Program Managers) and functional management (Procurement, Pricing, Finance/Accounting, Costpoint Team, Business Operations, and Project Control) regarding contractual and proposal issues.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations to include, but not limited to, reporting requirements.
• Ensure that contracts, proposals and work product comply with HII and HI MTC policies and Contracts Department processes and are of high quality. Ensure contract files include appropriate documentation to support such compliance.
• Negotiate the terms of contract documents including, but not limited to, Contracts, Cost/Price Proposals, NDAs, and Teaming Agreements. Administers current contracts, task orders and modifications.
• Support proposal development by analyzing requests for proposal (RFPs) to determining the contractual requirements to deliver a compliant, responsive and winning proposal. Follow corporate policy and procedures to obtain proper approvals.
• Become a skilled user of Unison Contract Lifecycle Management software recording cradle to grave contract information.
• The ideal candidate will prepare cost/price proposals and delivery order type proposals using Excel spreadsheets and Word; in accordance with basic contract and RFP instructions and FAR guidelines.
• Negotiate price and terms as required. Participate in strategic business decisions regarding proposals and contracts.
• Interacts with Program Managers, PCO/buyers, and support functions to ensure contract compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Secret clearance is highly desired but not required on day one. Candidates will be processed for a clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
• 10 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant progressive experience.
• Experience with Firm Fixed Price type contracts, OTAs and CSOs supporting government contracts.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Sharepoint.
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFAR.
• Government defense contracts experience required.
• Past experience managing contracts, subcontracts and pricing efforts.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Must be willing to work in a hybrid environment, spending on average 1-2 days a week in the Columbia, MD office.

Preferred Requirements

• CFCM or CPCM desired but not required.
• Experience with Government approved purchasing system desired.
• Ideal candidate will have some proficiency with subcontract administration.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonother non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
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