{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fcbf10cce5e5b236dc307b44","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fcbf10cce5e5b236dc307b44","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fcbf10cce5e5b236dc307b44","title":"Contracts Associate","description":"Basic Qualifications :\n\nEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:\n\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent is required.\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:\n\nDue to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.\n\nResponsibilities for this Position:\n\nContract & Subcontract Closeout\n\nPerform contract and subcontract closeout activities, including reconciliation, review of documentation, and preparation of closeout packages.\nResearch historical contract or subcontract data to identify potential concern areas and support timely closeout completion in the contract closeout system.\nAssist with the administration of assigned contracts or subcontracts and related submittals; maintain contract or subcontract files.\nPerform basic administration and review of non-complex, low-dollar-value contracts or subcontracts and associated documents and reports.\n\nCompliance Tools & Reporting Support\n\nProvide day-to-day support for one or more contract compliance and reporting programs, which may include (but are not limited to) the following:\nGovernment contractor performance reporting (e.g., CPARS) — including recurring performance reporting, stakeholder communications (Contracts, Business Development, Program Management), system access request coordination, and process/tool training support.\nOrganizational conflict of interest (OCI) vetting — including review of notices and responses across company lines of business and external business units, annual mitigation plan compliance reviews, reviewer updates, and coordination of stakeholder meetings.\nSupplier risk reporting (e.g., SPRS in the PIEE system) — including ad-hoc requests, reporting, and communications as required.\nInternal contract compliance data tools — including training, communications, system access request and access-list coordination, and serving as a point of contact for IT collaboration.\nCyber security incident reporting communications to Contracts professionals.\n\nCoordination, Systems & Continuous Improvement\n\nSupport tool development, testing, and issue resolution for compliance systems, including participating in IT tag-ups as needed to support tool-related efforts.\nSupport development of tool functionality, process narratives, and IT requirements for new and evolving compliance workflow tools.\nMaintain recurring reporting and metrics, help clean up records for data accuracy, and support related internal SharePoint and compliance sites.\nCoordinate and assist with proposal and contract or subcontract review processes.\nPerform other contract compliance, closeout, and administrative duties as assigned to support evolving team and business needs.\n\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\n\nFamiliarity with Government and commercial contract or subcontract requirements (e.g., FAR and DFARS), including closeout requirements (e.g., FAR 4.804 / 4.805).\nAptitude for learning and supporting compliance systems and tools, and identifying opportunities to apply AI and automation for continuous improvement.\nAbility to apply company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues and follow standard practices in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.\nDemonstrates general written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate communications across Contracts, Business Development, Program Management, IT, and external business units.\nDemonstrates general organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and recurring reporting deadlines, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely completion of assignments.\nDemonstrates general collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to a positive, productive work environment.\nAbility to build stable working relationships internally and develop professional concepts and knowledge of basic business principles.\nPossesses general computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support communications and business needs.\nAbility to work on problems of limited-to-moderate scope; receives instruction on new assignments and guidance on more complex issues.\n\nPREFERRED DEGREE TYPES AND EXPERIENCE:\n\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent is required.\nAssociate's or Bachelor's degree, or equivalent related experience, preferred.\nPrior contract/subcontract closeout, compliance, or contracts administration experience preferred.\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:\nNo clearance reuired. U.S. citizenship is required.\n\nSalary Note: This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range: USD $22.34 - USD $23.42 /Hr. Company Overview:\n\nGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. 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U.S. citizenship is required.\n\nSalary Note: This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range: USD $22.34 - USD $23.42 /Hr. Company Overview:\n\nGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. 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