Contracts Admin, Staff - Bethlehem, United States - Curtiss-Wright

Description

**Contract Admin**

Under general direction, administers assigned contracts and required changes, ensuring compliance with government and/or commercial contract requirements. You will analyze estimates of material, equipment and production costs. Reviews contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements, and conformance to master agreements. Responds to inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions. Initiates documentation to authorize work in accordance with contractual specifications. May do some contract negotiations.

**Location:** Bethlehem, PA

**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:**

+ Review of customer inquiries, contract documents, contract terms and conditions and correspondence as part of the bid evaluation and subsequent proposal process.

+ Coordinate, prepare and write proposals for new contracts as well as changes to existing contracts. Develop pricing in support of EPDs financial objectives and strategies. Support cost audits and price negotiations.

+ Participate in negotiation of those proposals. This includes negotiation of financial and administrative terms and conditions.

+ Maintain liaison with customers and internal personnel to expedite and coordinate proposal and contract activities. This includes clear written and verbal communications.

+ Manage customer relationships through review of program status and determine if actions with the customer are required.

+ Employ problem solving skills to effectively resolve issues with the customer and internal/project personnel.

+ Develop, implement and improve processes and systems to address contract review, administration, proposal development/processing, document flow, record keeping and terms and conditions.

+ Complete assigned tasks in a comprehensive fashion and in the time-frame specified.

+ Maintain appropriate records and documentations; track, monitor and report data to support proposal development

**What You Bring:**

+ BS or BA in Business Administration or related field

+ Must be a US citizen and be able to qualify for a U.S. Government security clearance

+ 3-5 years experience in Government Contracting, Business Administration or related field

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office and Oracle. Strong project management, problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to handle multiple opportunities and meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision.

+ Working experience with Government Contracting principles

+ Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR/CAS terms and conditions

+ Working knowledge of Truth-in-Negotiations-Act (TINA) principles

+ Experience in customer negotiations and problem solving

+ Prior U.S. Government security clearance is a plus

**Who We Are**

Our Values )

Environmental, Social and Governance

**Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD)** and its predecessor companies have been providing naval and maritime technological expertise since 1847. EPD's pumps go to the heart of the systems that enable the Navy's ships and submarines to protect our nation. Today, EPD is the leading supplier of mission-critical pumps for the U.S. Navy's Ford & Nimitz Class aircraft carriers and Virginia Class submarines, as well as the Navy's next generation Columbia Class submarine. EPD also supports the entire naval fleet with various innovative pumping solutions such as composite pumps and parts, and provides complete overhaul, upgrade and field service capabilities.

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**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 values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

**Join the WRIGHT Team**

Over 90 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

**Our Values**

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

**Leadership**

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

**Customer Focus**

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

**Teamwork & Trust**

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

**Respect for People**

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

**Integrity**

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

**What We Offer Our Employees:**

**Opportunity:** As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one

**Challenging Work:** The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of

**Collaborative Environment:** The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.