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Company: SPA
Location: Alexandria, VA
Career Level: Associate
Industries: Manufacturing, Engineering, Aerospace

Description

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The SPA Contracts and Procurement organization strategically supports the operating Divisions to assist in company growth and reduce contractual risk. The ideal candidate will have experience managing the entire contract life cycle as a prime contractor, including the initial proposal phase, award, contract performance, and closeout for SPA. Responsibilities Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Participation in the review and analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to identify and mitigate contract risks. Prepare assumptions for inclusion into the proposal, review and prepare proposal documents for submission; monitor contracts; manage key negotiations; demonstrate ability to resolve multi-faceted and complex contractual/customer issues as they arise. Assist and guide program teams with resolving performance issues; identify risks and propose mitigation strategies; ensure compliance with SPA policies; act as the primary point of contact between the company and the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts. Organize and manage all necessary contractual records and documents in compliance with contract requirements, as well as company policies and procedures; review and negotiate Teaming Agreements, Nondisclosure Agreements, License Agreements and OCI Mitigation Plans. Develop and maintain excellent internal and external customer relationships, serving as a trusted advisor while collaborating with other internal departments to provide best in class support to program teams. Performs other duties as required. Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision. The candidate must have excellent soft skills for interaction with all levels and company areas, including program teams, contracts, finance, security and project control. Prompt responsiveness to internal and customer requirements and deadlines is critical. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business or related field 8 - 10 years of experience in contract administration, preferable within Intelligence Community. Strong background and understanding of contracts are required to support hands on proposal development and administration of contracts portfolio in private industry in a Non-SETA role Knowledge of all contract types (e.g., Cost Plus, T&M, FFP, etc.) Knowledge of applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations. (ITAR), and related federal and state legislation and regulations Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong interpersonal skills with measured and articulate communication skills; ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers; and proven ability to foster communication and reconcile internal issues or differences Desired Qualifications: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field 8 - 10 years of experience in contract administration, preferable within Intelligence Community. Strong background and understanding of contracts are required to support hands on proposal development and administration of contracts portfolio in private industry in a Non-SETA role Knowledge of all contract types (e.g., Cost Plus, T&M, FFP, etc.) Knowledge of applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations. (ITAR), and related federal and state legislation and regulations Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong interpersonal skills with measured and articulate communication skills; ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers; and proven ability to foster communication and reconcile internal issues or differences Desired Qualifications: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Participation in the review and analysis of Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to identify and mitigate contract risks. Prepare assumptions for inclusion into the proposal, review and prepare proposal documents for submission; monitor contracts; manage key negotiations; demonstrate ability to resolve multi-faceted and complex contractual/customer issues as they arise. Assist and guide program teams with resolving performance issues; identify risks and propose mitigation strategies; ensure compliance with SPA policies; act as the primary point of contact between the company and the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts. Organize and manage all necessary contractual records and documents in compliance with contract requirements, as well as company policies and procedures; review and negotiate Teaming Agreements, Nondisclosure Agreements, License Agreements and OCI Mitigation Plans. Develop and maintain excellent internal and external customer relationships, serving as a trusted advisor while collaborating with other internal departments to provide best in class support to program teams. Performs other duties as required. Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision. The candidate must have excellent soft skills for interaction with all levels and company areas, including program teams, contracts, finance, security and project control. Prompt responsiveness to internal and customer requirements and deadlines is critical.


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