Attorney in Tucson, AZ

In-House

Tucson, AZ

Attorney in Tucson, AZ

Non-practicing Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Principal Specialist, Contracts (Onsite)

Job Responsibilities:
- Support and collaborate with the Contracts Manager/Lead in managing and administering advanced Development type Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) contracts, including significant and fast-paced proposal activity.
- Engage in proposal activity by reviewing and analyzing Requests for Proposal (RFP), developing proposals, coordinating reviews, ensuring TINA compliance, and participating in negotiations.
- Develop various agreement types such as Nondisclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements.
- Oversee all phases of contract execution, including invoicing and cash collection, and general contract administration responsibilities.
- Collaborate with Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Proposal Managers, Business/Estimating, and Supply Chain to support program management and execution reviews.
- Examine and understand cost structure estimates of labor, material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues as they arise.
- Conduct contract closeout activities.
- Travel to customer and company sites as required.

Education and Experience Information:
- Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a . government-issued security clearance is required, necessitating . citizenship.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: contracts management/administration, program management, project management or supply chain, government policy, regulations and regulatory processes, or commercial contracting.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle, acquisition policies, and regulations under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
- Ability to interpret and communicate contract requirements with clarity and provide resolution of routine business or technical issues by identifying solutions and recommending a course of action.
- Ensures the contract document accurately reflects the agreement of the parties and that the scope of work and acceptance criteria are fully understood.
- Demonstrates an understanding of proposal methodologies and financial metrics, including the financial implications that decisions have on the company (., relationship of risks, opportunities, and profit margin).
- Knowledge of the latest acquisition-related legislation, rules, regulations, and their contractual impact on the business.
- Juris Doctor, MBA, or NCMA Certification is preferred.

Salary Information:
- The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD to 164,000 USD. This range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.
- The salary offer considers several factors, including the role, function and associated responsibilities, candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Additional Information:
- Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
- Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and depend on various factors including individual performance, business unit performance, and the company’s performance.
- This role is , and if the successful candidate resides in a . territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
- The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.