Director, Contracts

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Maxar is seeking a talented and experienced Contracts Director to join our Contracts Management team supporting the most exciting projects in the aerospace industry. We are a flexible and fast paced organization that supports the DoD and Intelligence Community (IC) as both a prime and subcontractor. The Contracts Director will perform the following:

Lead a team of contract professionals performing across all US Government Services (USG) lines of business (DoD/Intel).

Serve as principal advisor on contract-related matters to the USG legal and executive management teams.

Develop and maintain firsthand, expert knowledge and understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Supplement, DoD and IC supplements and other U.S. and international acquisition regulations affecting the Company’s interests.

Supervise, direct, and manage all Contracts Administration-related activities through all phases of the procurement lifecycle, including supporting pricing and proposals, negotiations, maintenance, and closeouts.

Responsible for review of proposals for compliance with Government regulations and company best practices. May provide direct input to proposal cost and contract volumes as part of a proposal and capture team.

Oversee the negotiation of third-party agreements and coordinate with senior management or Legal staff to achieve favorable terms and conditions in accordance with company policy.

Monitor contractual performance across a large portfolio of contracts to mitigate performance, cost and schedule risks.

Work closely and develop good working relationships with external and internal stakeholders by establishing routine, professional communications, both verbally and in writing.

Review contract terms and conditions and provide advice to contracts staff, program managers and leadership regarding intellectual property data rights, deliverable obligations, and strategies to reduce performance risk during program execution.

Support and lead process improvement initiatives and represent the Contracts team at cross functional working groups.

The Contracts Director will be expected to be professional; the ability to think independently to resolve problems using proactive concepts; and apply a general business acumen as it applies to contract management and business administration.

Minimum Requirements:

US citizenship with the ability to obtain TS/SCI level security clearance.

Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Business Administration, Business Law, or related field. Additional year’s relevant experience may be substituted for educational requirement.

Minimum of 15 years of experience with the review, preparation, negotiation and the monitoring of federally funded contracts with in the defense and civilian aerospace community.

Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), Truthful Negotiations, and Cost Accounting Standards.

Ability to work with Maxar teams located in the Herndon, VA (onsite), as well as, other remote teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s or law degree.

Demonstrated experience in the commercial and Government aerospace industry.

Experience in or familiarity with ITAR and export licensing laws and regulations.

Superior problem-solving skills.

Must have excellent analytical skills, effective written and oral communication skills, effective negotiation skills and strong interpersonal skills.

Must be able to identify and resolve complex contracts issues and advise program staff and management of contractual rights and obligations.

Demonstrated ability to identify issues and problems on assigned contracts and make independent recommendations to direct supervisor(s), program staff, and business unit management.

Ability to work independently and make independent decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts.

TS/SCI Clearance

Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:$165,000.00 - $275,000.00 annually.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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