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Company: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Job Summary: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Under limited direction, this position is responsible for supporting one or more business units in the capture and management of international direct commercial sales contracts. Areas of responsibility include review of customer requests for proposals, interfacing with the Law Department regarding terms, conditions and contract structure, proposal review, contract preparation, negotiation, and administration, verifying export classification and foreign restrictions, and customer interface to provide for contract award and fulfillment in accordance with company policy. In conjunction with the Law Department and other supporting functions, reviews, interprets, recommends, and negotiates contractual terms and conditions and interprets established policies, procedures, and standard practices to develop proactive plans to ensure contract activities achieve desired objectives and timetables. Represents the organization as the primary administrative contact on assigned contracts. Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews bids and proposals to ensure compliance with company policy, U.S. export and other applicable regulations, and customer solicitation requirements. Supports or leads customer negotiations as required. Liaisons between Law Department, Strategic Development, Program Management, Engineering, Pricing, Subcontracts, International Trade Compliance, and Finance to ensure appropriate cross-functional input and alignment for proposals, negotiations, and contracts execution. Reviews drafts as necessary, and negotiates terms and conditions of non-disclosure, teaming, license, and memorandum of understanding agreements. Interfaces with the Law Department to review and modify contract documents including terms and conditions. Represents the organization as the primary contact and maintains customer relations for assigned commercial international and Foreign Military Sales captures, proposals, and contracts. Identifies contract issues, responds to a variety of complex inquiries and supports leadership in developing innovative solutions. Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions. May participate in proposal and pricing reviews with program management and customer representatives. Maintains an awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on international contracts, including U.S. export and import controls, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and anti-boycott compliance. Maintains, analyzes, updates, and develops various electronic and hard copy records. Makes presentations as required and acts as a primary contact with customers and outside organizations. Provides direction to professional or technical staff on contract matters. May participate in the selection, development, and training of contract staff. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job ID#: 45658BR Job Category: Contracts/Sub Contracts/Purchasing Travel Percentage Required: 0% - 25% Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Salary State: California Clearance Level: Secret Pay Range Low: 89,180 City: San Diego Clearance Required? Desired Pay Range High: 155,825 Recruitment Posting Title: International Contract Administrator Job Qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in contract administration or a related discipline, along with ten or more years of progressive professional experience in contract administration. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education. Must have a thorough understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations, and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, and standards. Must be customer focused and possess: the ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex problems; excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings and new concepts to a variety of audiences; excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties; the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases; the ability to lead less experienced professional employees; and, excellent computer skills. Desirable skills include the following: Experience in proposing, negotiating and managing international direct commercial sales (DCS) Contracts. Working knowledge of SAP. Experience with/knowledge of a variety of contract types: cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, award fee, time and material, and modifications thereto. Experience in supporting the LOR/LOA process for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Contracts. Experience in managing overlapping FMS and DCS Contracts to a single customer. Experience with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and export authorizations. Experience with/knowledge of Guarantees and Letters of Credit. Experience in interfacing with internal and external legal counsel on contractual transactions of high complexity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required. US Citizenship Required? Yes Experience Level: Senior (8+ years) Relocation Assistance Provided? Yes Workstyle: Hybrid General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC's "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr