Contracts Administrator Sr. - Sikorsky CH-53K (HYBRID TELEWORK)
The CH-53K King Stallion advances Sikorsky's 50 years of manufacturing and operational success with its CH-53A, CH-53D / G, and CH-53E predecessors. Built to thrive on the modern battlefield, including shipboard operations, the CH-53K aircraft is designed to be intelligent, reliable, low maintenance and survivable in the most austere and remote forward operating bases. The CH-53K helicopter has been designed and built to the exacting standards of the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) and will serve as its critical land and sea based logistics connector. The new heavy lifter will allow the U.S. Marine Corps and international militaries to move troops and equipment from ship to shore, and to higher altitude terrain, more quickly and effectively than ever before.
The Contracts Negotiator Sr will support the CH-53 aircraft platforms with a primary focus on CH-53K Support and Development activities. This role's responsibilities shall consist of contract negotiation of proposals, administration including Program support and customer interaction and contract closeout. A successful candidate will develop and apply solutions to unusually complex problems which require the regular use of a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation. Reviews and evaluates customer requests for proposal or revisions to contracts; provides risk assessments and offers alternative approaches to mitigate risks, including alternative contractual language; evaluates and coordinates proposals; investigates and reconciles significant contract changes involving cost, specifications, schedules, etc. Maintains high standard of ethics. Understands and implements Lockheed Martin corporate and local policies and procedures. Candidate should be a self-starter who requires minimal supervision and has the ability to comprehend complex financial and business concepts and suggest viable alternatives during negotiation. Should be able to handle multiple assignments and achieve program goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidate will be required to become familiar with the unique program requirements in minimal time. Candidate should possess computer skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with ability to grasp other software applications required to perform job duties; have excellent written and oral communication skills; should be detail and teamwork oriented with excellent organizational and prioritization skills; and possess strong interpersonal skills. Develops and maintains good working relationships with customers, integrated program team members, and industry peers.
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Experience in reviewing terms and conditions and performing contract risk analysis. Demonstrated experience with briefing leadership on program status and contractual issues. Proposal Management / Capture Experience. Candidate willing and able to engage on routine and unique problems / issues to help develop solutions. Basic understanding of contract and finance principles. Strategic planning : analyzes work, sets goals, develops plans of action, and utilizes time effectively. Communication : utilizes effective verbal and written communication. Project management : effectively organizes, prioritizes and manages multiple assignments and priorities. Customer service : anticipates the needs of internal and / or external customers and offers solutions by demonstrating extra effort and maintaining a healthy attitude toward meeting customer needs. Judgment : draws on core values, knowledge, and personal experience to make educated decisions. Effectiveness under stress : demonstrates the ability to think, function and lead effectively under conditions of mental pressure. Persuasion : demonstrates the ability to present and substantiate ideas in a respectful manner that may not agree with the opinion of others. Self-renewal : demonstrates a commitment to intellectual growth in ways beneficial to self, peers and the company.
Contract Administrator • Stratford, CT, US