Contracts Manager I
hace 9 días
Mount Arlington
Job Description KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produce world-leading Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the US Army, Marine Corps, and allies at our Johnstown, Pennsylvania factory. We have delivered more than 20,000 PROTECTOR RWS to 28 countries. The National Advanced Surface-to-Air System (NASAMS) is a highly mobile and tailorable capability that protects the airspace of 13 countries and Washington, DC. In 2027, we will do final assembly, test, and sustainment of the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile systems at a new factory in southern Virginia. Join us, and you’ll be part of a high performing team that develops advanced technology solutions to protect people and critical infrastructure in countries around the world. Explore your potential and discover what your future could be with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. (KDA Inc.) is seeking a motivated Contracts Manager I to join our team in Mount Arlington, NJ. This role is pivotal in supporting U.S. Government contract management and subcontracts issued in response to government awards. As a Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in guiding project teams through the full cradle-to-grave contract lifecycle—ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and KDA’s internal processes. You will serve as the primary contractual liaison with our government customers, while also providing critical expertise to our supply chain function. This includes managing flow-down requirements, establishing and maintaining contractual procedures, and ensuring adherence to all applicable export and import requirements. Beyond contract administration, you will support bids, purchases, cost estimating, reporting, and negotiations, as well as oversee material orders and follow-up activities. Additionally, this position carries responsibility for supporting Export Compliance initiatives—drafting Part 124 Agreements, maintaining documentation and records, and conducting internal audits and training. Your contributions will strengthen KDA’s ability to deliver world-class defense solutions while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and operational excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist and/or lead negotiations with the customer and subcontractors., • Provide in depth knowledge of FAR/DFAR, and other government regulations. Establish and communicate procedures throughout the organization and the supply chain., • Ensure compliance with all applicable contractual and regulation requirements, and follow up contracts, with special emphasis on reporting requirements., • Assist KDA global supply chain with North American terms and conditions. Provide advice to KONGSBERG team in proposal preparation; assist in cost estimating, pricing, development of Terms and Conditions (T&Cs), etc., • Ensure Department of War (DOW)/US Government, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) regulations are properly flowed down to Subcontractors through KDA PO’s to meet company and customer requirements for cost reasonableness, consistency, accuracy and compliance relative to purchase order documentation and, moreover, FAR Part 15., • Using Improve and Enovia, coordinate Subcontract administration activities for long-term, commercial, military and dual use hardware contracts, including monitoring Subcontractor performance on contracts, compliant purchasing/PO files and approval of payments., • Prepare all contractual and required file documentation necessary to support Subcontract establishment and modification., • Support Requests for Quotation in collaboration with KONGSBERG’s Procurement Department., • Analyze and evaluate contractor price/cost proposals for new procurements., • Utilize in-depth price/cost analysis techniques involving different factors., • Prepare non-disclosure, bailment, purchase and contract documentation, including required cost/source selection justification and other approval forms for signature by the appropriate authority, and for appropriately documenting PO files., • Support KDA compliance with North American Small Business contracting requirements., • Draft ITAR Part 124 Agreements, assist with ITAR required documentation requirements and record keeping, and assist with conducting internal ITAR audits and training., • Prepare reports, letters, or memos as assigned. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • A minimum of 5 years of documented experience in DoW contracting (Government or Defense Contractor side) specifically related to Government procurement and service contracts. Equivalent experience will be considered, with a minimum of 10 years of documented relevant experience. • 15% International and Domestic travel required., • Independent, self-starter, with a strong work ethic, high degree of motivation and the ability to contribute to a positive team attitude, • Proven dedication to teamwork, leadership and integrity within a professional environment., • Strong writing skills, • Knowledge of International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR)., • Knowledge and understanding of international contract practices including export licenses and classified subcontract agreements risks and implementing mitigations to reduce impacts of identified risks., • Ability to work and communicate in an international environment., • Ability to drive process changes within the business to enhance reporting and compliance with federal rules. Demonstrate initiative, strategic thinking, sound reasoning, business acumen, and analytical skills., • Ability to present complex analysis to and across management with clarity and professionalism. Qualified applicants may be subject to a security investigation. • Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.) Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace Inc. is part of Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG), an international knowledge-based group that supplies high technology systems and solutions to its customers engaged in oil and gas production, the merchant marine, and the defense and aerospace industries. Kongsberg Protech Systems USA performs final assembly and testing of Remote Weapon Stations. The company also performs repair and overhaul (R&O) of Remote Weapon Stations that come back from field operations. In addition to competitive wages, we provide an excellent package of benefits, which presently includes company-paid health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, a 9/80 work schedule, life insurance and paid time off (PTO). Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: Day shift 980 schedule Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Mount Arlington, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Law, Accounting or related field. Experience: A minimum of 5 years of documented experience in DoW contracting (Government or Defense Contractor side) specifically related to Government procurement and service contracts. Equivalent experience will be considered, with a minimum of 10 years of documented relevant experience.
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