Contract Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

The Paragon Contract Specialist is responsible for administration of contracts of various types to support engineering services and programs. This position has a high degree of independence and will work under the general direction and review of the Contracts & Compliance Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the focal point for formal communications between internal and external customers
• Maintain close professional relationships with internal customers
• Ensuring all communication with external customers is concise
• Conduct thorough review and analysis of contract terms and conditions
• Provide contract briefs, negotiate new and renewal contracts and contract changes
• Work with legal counsel in the development and drafting of contractual terms and conditions teaming agreements non disclosure agreements and other legal agreements
• Attended to internal and external contract progress review meetings
• Periodic inner internal and external reporting of contractual performance and issues
• Assist with company compliance to export control, ITAR and controlled goods regulations
• Responsible for contracting activities and assisting others with contracting activities including planning, developing, writing, issuing, tracking, and maintaining all contract related documents and records
• Collects data on subcontractors' past performance and documents subcontractors' performance on current contracts.
• Ensures contract and regulatory compliance
• Acts as liaison with other departments, subcontractors, and government agencies, as required
• Responsible for interpreting regulations and policies, developing and implementing procedures
• Monitors contract-related schedules and budgets and tracks expenditures, progress payments, and invoices
• Prepare appropriate documentation for the exercise of options, prepare Modifications and assist in the resolution and documentation of performance issues and problems, including letters and correspondence
• Reviews regulatory publications to stay informed of current regulations and trends

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five plus years industry experience with contract management emphasis
• Bachelor's degree
• Preference will be given to those who have experience in government contracts analysis
• Knowledge of the FAR and related FAR supplements- this is a must
• Excellent knowledge of Ms. office especially advanced excel skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Above average interpersonal and written communication skills
• Good problem solving skills and ability to learn and a pass in a fast-paced environment next slide responsibility, close attention to detail, ability to meet tight deadlines
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for the US international traffic and arms regulations ITAR

Other required qualifications include:

• Proficiency utilizing automated data systems and high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience performing professional procurement and contracting activities
• Ability to write professionally and understand technical and legal language related to procurement and contracting processes.
• Ability to work independently with general direction
• Ability to think logically and develop solutions to complex procurement and contracting problems.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work cooperatively with staff, other departments, vendors, governmental agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain reports and data in a highly organized manner using established administrative protocols.
• Knowledge of process analysis and improvement methods.
• Ability to analyze and organize information to prepare clear, comprehensive, and concise guidelines, procedures and reports.

Who We Are:

As Paragon celebrates 32 years of providing award-winning life support and thermal control solutions for extreme environments, we've recognized that it is our employees that keep our business thriving. By any measure, Paragon Space Development is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our goal is to hire the best and allow you to do the work that you enjoy! We are interested in developing individuals who enjoy a challenge and like working on a variety of projects in a fast paced environment. We are committed to our employees and providing an inclusive work atmosphere that allows our talent to grow both personally and professionally.