General Atomics · 1 week ago
International Contracts Manager
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $183K/yr
11+ years expGeneral Atomics (GA) is a leading resource for high-technology systems development. The International Contracts Manager is responsible for the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of assigned government, commercial, and international contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
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Responsibilities
Manage and participate in the administration of assigned contracts including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual posture
Manage proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications
Identify legal or contractual issues, develop solutions and provide guidance to management on resolving issues while ensuring the contract administration process supports the objectives of the assigned program areas
Ensure the company's proprietary interests are protected and that company policy is followed for processes such as, but not limited to, the review chain for reports, papers and articles
Review agreements and evaluate documentation and authorization forms to identify problematic provisions and determine if the minimum requirements are met. May assist in reviewing agreements for consistency with laws, government regulations, economic conditions, and company policies
Advise management of contractual rights, issues, and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions
Manage and participate in the review of solicitations and assist in drafting proposals to ensure customer objectives are satisfied and company interests are protected
Act as primary contact for contracts activities and issues. May represent the company with customers, potential customers and government representatives
Participate with management in the development of new business or expansion of existing business opportunities
Remain current on commercial/government/international laws, regulations and practices affecting contracts and related agreements
Manage and actively participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management and professional talent
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Bachelors degree in business, law, or a related field and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts with at least five of those years managing contracts processes and personnel. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial/international contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract management and leadership skills
Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements
Must possess the ability to resolve complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs
Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives
Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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