Senior Contracts Specialist - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Position Title: Senior Contracts Specialist
Location: Troy, MI, United States
Category: Legal, Contracts & Compliance
Job Type: Full-Time
Country: United States
State: MI
City: Troy
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: None
Career Level: Senior
Requisition ID: 15488655
Date Posted: Jan 22, 2025
Description: Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
We put our Customers at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
We are seeking an experienced, and dynamic Contracts Professional to oversee and manage complex contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards. This role is responsible to negotiate terms, draft agreements, and monitor the execution of contracts. Additionally, the individual will participate in significant Customers engagements which include: Major Programs of Record, Competitive Procurements, Firm Fixed Pricing Production Contracts, Complex Engineering Contracts and Service & Development Contracts.
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player who has strong communication and negotiation skills. They value networking, building relationships and being part of an agile team. They poses strong industry knowledge, a curiosity to learn, have technical contracts expertise, and the ability to use critical thinking skills to solve complex problems and issues.
If this seems like an area of interest please read on and apply to find out more about what this position does as a key member of the Contracts team.
Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role
- Analyze requests for proposals or contractual requirements with internal stakeholders, review and provide guidance and recommendations on contractual terms and conditions and overall contract risk assessments
- Collaborate with functional support teams to prepare proposals, contract modifications or other related contract or proposal documents
- Work closely with the Program Office in developing contractual, pricing, and negotiation strategies that align with division objectives
- Official company interface with the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts
- Lead negotiations working with a core team
- Coordinate all required approvals and notifications pursuant to contract administration procedures and company standard practices
- Oversee and advise in the preparation, development, and signoff of proposals, negotiations and execution of modifications
- Follow-up and track customer correspondence; interface with internal and external customers to ensure prompt resolution of issues
- Drafting of internal contract administration documentation
Qualifications Sought
- Professional experience in contracts, procurement, program management or relevant discipline
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and accomplish tasks in a timely and professional manner
- Adherence to schedules and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and draft, contractual language and documents
- Knowledgeable in the FAR and DFARS required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) required
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Bachelor's degree in business, appropriate Liberal Arts or Science, Engineering. Other bachelor degrees or disciplines considered with experience.
- Master's in Business Administration Law Degree preferred.
- 7-10 years of Government contracting experience is an asset
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
- Ability to travel (up to 10%) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
We put our Customers at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
We are seeking an experienced, and dynamic Contracts Professional to oversee and manage complex contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards. This role is responsible to negotiate terms, draft agreements, and monitor the execution of contracts. Additionally, the individual will participate in significant Customers engagements which include: Major Programs of Record, Competitive Procurements, Firm Fixed Pricing Production Contracts, Complex Engineering Contracts and Service & Development Contracts.
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player who has strong communication and negotiation skills. They value networking, building relationships and being part of an agile team. They poses strong industry knowledge, a curiosity to learn, have technical contracts expertise, and the ability to use critical thinking skills to solve complex problems and issues.
If this seems like an area of interest please read on and apply to find out more about what this position does as a key member of the Contracts team.
Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role
- Analyze requests for proposals or contractual requirements with internal stakeholders, review and provide guidance and recommendations on contractual terms and conditions and overall contract risk assessments
- Collaborate with functional support teams to prepare proposals, contract modifications or other related contract or proposal documents
- Work closely with the Program Office in developing contractual, pricing, and negotiation strategies that align with division objectives
- Official company interface with the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts
- Lead negotiations working with a core team
- Coordinate all required approvals and notifications pursuant to contract administration procedures and company standard practices
- Oversee and advise in the preparation, development, and signoff of proposals, negotiations and execution of modifications
- Follow-up and track customer correspondence; interface with internal and external customers to ensure prompt resolution of issues
- Drafting of internal contract administration documentation
Qualifications Sought
- Professional experience in contracts, procurement, program management or relevant discipline
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and accomplish tasks in a timely and professional manner
- Adherence to schedules and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and draft, contractual language and documents
- Knowledgeable in the FAR and DFARS required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) required
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Bachelor's degree in business, appropriate Liberal Arts or Science, Engineering. Other bachelor degrees or disciplines considered with experience.
- Master's in Business Administration Law Degree preferred.
- 7-10 years of Government contracting experience is an asset
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
- Ability to travel (up to 10%) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
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