Contracts Administrator and Facility Security Officer- Onsite Position

We have an opportunity for a Principal Contracts Administrator with Facility Security Officer (FSO) duties to join our team in Santa Clarita, CA

You will manage complex contracts and oversee facility security for our Santa Clarita facility. You will report to the Manager of Contracts and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the program managers, business managers, and other functional organizations. You will be responsible for all aspects of contracts during the contract lifecycle, from the business development phase through contract closeout in addition to filling the Facility Security Officer (FSO) role for the Santa Clarita business unit.

This role will have high visibility within significant programs, including division-wide leadership and corporate leadership specifically for FSO responsibilities.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA

Salary Range: $ 104,800.00 - 139,800.00 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

Support proposal preparation including data rights and commercial item assertions and review terms and conditions to assess potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Lead contract negotiations and contract administration activities from proposal through closeout, in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements.

Work complex assignments independently and support Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management related to contractual requirements.

Administer daily contract activities for a variety of contracts and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price; such activities will include establishing milestones, payment terms, initiating and monitoring invoicing and funding to support financial objectives, and providing various status updates to leadership.

Actively participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and assisting with the change management process to assess and manage scope, schedule, and cost impacts.

Actively contribute to risk identification, assessment, and mitigation efforts related to Contracts.

Act in an advisory role to program management and site management related to contractual rights and obligations, compile and analyze data, and maintain historical information.

Under general supervision, develop solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.

Assist management in achieving financial goals related to bookings, cash flow and sales.

Prepare written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters and maintain complete and accurate records of all customer-related activities and correspondence in defined company systems.

Process and maintain staff security clearances and resolve clearance issues with DCSA/OPM.

Oversee business unit physical security (access control, CCTV, emergency protocols) and lead compliance audits.

Provide annual security training and other training, as needed.

Maintain standard practices and procedures in accordance with NISPOM/SEAD 3 compliance, clearance requirements, and security policies.

What You Bring:

Recent experience as a Contracts Administrator in the defense industry supporting non-commercial contracts with large Primes.

Experience in employee engagement and an ability to build strong internal and external customer relationships.

Knowledge of Facility Security Officer (FSO) responsibilities and ability to obtain DCSA FSO certificate.

Knowledge of the US government contracting environment with direct experience working with the FAR and DFARS.

Experience negotiating complex terms and conditions and/or special contract clauses such as intellectual property and indemnification, for both new and continued execution of various commercial and non-commercial contracts.

Well organized and able to meet high performance expectations in a dynamic environment, delivering high levels of customer satisfaction. 

Ability to travel (less than 10% of the time)

US Citizenship with active Secret Security Clearance (or ability to obtain a Secret-Level Security Clearance)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working as a Facility Clearance Officer (FSO)

Working knowledge of commercial contracting

Excellent decision-making skills that support resolution of complex problems while minimizing risk to the company

Ability to learn and utilize various data entry software tools and to adapt with changes to those tools

Proficient skills using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Who We Are:

Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright is recognized around the world as one of the most innovative designers and manufacturers of rugged solutions that deliver optimal and reliable performance wherever they are deployed. When you work for Integrated Systems, you get all the benefits and support of a large corporation (with over $2 billion in annual sales) while working in a small company environment (just 120 employees in our Santa Clarita office). As a member of our team, you'll be an influencer -- applying your creative skills to come up with innovative solutions that drive organizational objectives.

For more information visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/company/locations-santa-clarita.html

No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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