Electronic Systems Contracts Representative 3
Electronic Systems Contracts Representative 3
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Job Description
Overview:
Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the crossfertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .
Job Description Summary:
The Contract Representative 3 independently performs full cradletograve contract management in a designated portfolio representing a variety of complex contracts across one Business Area or across several Business Areas and owns critical external customer relationships. This role requires full Federal Acquisition Regulation knowledge and is heavily capture proposal and negotiation focused working under the guidance of a Business Area Contracts Leader while still maintaining an contracts portfolio. The Contract Representative 3 develops the ability to shape precontract outcomes efficiently analyze terms and conditions mitigate proposal risk through ground rules and assumptions and gains a more comprehensive understanding of the strategic direction of their supported programs.Job Description:
Comprehensive cradletograve proactive compliant contract management for longterm contracts (BOA IDIQ and/or OTA contract vehicles) as well as other R & D EMD or Production contracts which may transition into subsequent acquisition phases and competitive gates
Act as the official POC for customer communications
Lead Contracting actions throughout the Business Winning Process
Develop document and execute negotiation strategies in collaboration with the capture and proposal team to champion the most advantageous outcomes for the corporation
Lead crossfunctional compliance efforts for Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act requirements including the sweep disclosures and certification
Drive a thorough review of terms and conditions and clarify contract requirements to establish a contract baseline at the proposal phase; conduct thorough contract review prior to contract acceptance and initiate contract setup for our business systems
Champion robust change management practices including timely notifications and ensuring approvals by an authorized customer counterpart and supporting/submitting/negotiating compliant change proposals to drive matters to resolution with a sense of urgency
Interpret contract requirements throughout the contract lifecycle assisting with dispute resolution and bridging customer and corporation disconnects
Conduct closeout activities to satisfy the requirements of the contract; maintain the official contract record for the corporation
Skills/Abilities
Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS. Strong understanding of the contract lifecycle and the anatomy of a contract/agreement for government contracts and subcontracts; specific knowledge of contract types contracting vehicles varying types of scope including R & D and production OTAs / Consortiums and Commercial Contracts including elements for compliance and scenariobased risk identification and mitigation.
Excellent problem solving and decisionmaking skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems
Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills necessary for working in a team environment and influencing others
Must be an actionoriented selfstarter with rigorous adherence to deadlines; ability to work independently with guidance from Business Area Contracts leadership and mentors
Ability to mentor junior level colleagues and lead training for the program and functional teams
Working knowledge of Intellectual Property considerations and our corporate IP strategy within a specific Business Area
Demonstrated ability to manage an assigned workload as part of a crossfunctional team to achieve customer focused results with a sense of urgency accuracy and completeness
Ability to measure to a contract baseline document changes and understand how authority is designated within our contracts and delegated within our corporation
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and work in a variety of systems
Education
Bachelors degree in relevant field of study required; advanced degree preferred and can be considered in lieu of 2 years of experience. High School diploma with some college and four years additional work experience in lieu of degree.
Professional Certifications (e.g. CFCM CPCM etc. preferred
Experience
Minimum of 5 10 years relevant Government Contracting industry experience; additional years of relevant functional experience within the national security or aerospace and defense industry preferred
Additional Job Description:
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Current in scope Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is preferred.
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Job Location City:
CambridgeJob Location State:
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0Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve worklife balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a highperformance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
