Senior Contracts Manager (TS/SCI)

ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space domain. ARKA has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country’s space endeavors. We’re a legacy of mission excellence built on ground-breaking technologies. Join the ARKA mission and discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

We are looking for an exceptional and experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join us in our Ypsilanti, MI facility.  In this position, you will be responsible for performing full life-cycle contract management for a portfolio of high value contracts. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to grow and hone your skills with other talented members at ARKA.

Responsibilities:

Our ideal candidate would be thoughtful and team-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills, a high level of creativity, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies. We also seek out individuals that are clear communicators and support their teammates with a sense of positivity and open-mindedness.

As a Senior Contracts Manager, your responsibilities would include:

• Contract lifecycle management pursuit, bids, proposals, negotiations, award, execution, and closeout
• Reviewing, analyzing, and conducting risk assessments of contract terms and conditions and developing negotiation plans
• Leading contract negotiations
• Reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements, proprietary information agreements , and other business agreements
• Directly interfacing and coordinating with U.S. Government Contracting Officers, prime contractor procurement representatives, and other customer personnel to establish and maintain business relationships, facilitate discussions, engage in negotiations, serve as a liaison, etc.
• Assessing and advising company personnel on the FAR, DFARS, and other agency supplements and commercial contract terms and conditions
• Providing contract advice to and working with various functional areas (Legal, Business Development, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, etc.)
• Identifying, reviewing, and addressing contract interpretation and administration issues
• Work with the International Trade Compliance Department, and others, to ensure compliance with import/export laws and regulations
• Supporting contract data input/entry into SAP
• Mentoring/training junior level contracts managers on the team
• Supporting internal and external audits

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI security clearance required
• Detailed knowledge of all phases of the contract lifecycle pursuit, bids, proposals, negotiation, award, execution, and closeout
• Extensive experience with the FAR, DFARS, etc.
• Extensive experience with identifying, reviewing, and addressing contract formation, interpretation and administration issues
• Experience with/working knowledge of fixed price, cost reimbursable, time and materials, and hybrid contract types
• Experience negotiating U.S. Government contracts and subcontracts, commercial contracts, and other agreements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products as well as the ability to learn business systems (e.g., SAP)
• Possess excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with various functional groups at all levels, both internal and external
• BS or BA in an applicable field (business, legal, etc.) is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working both directly with U.S. government acquisition organizations and major aerospace prime contractors
• Have a working knowledge of DPAS and import/export regulations
• NCMA Certification
• Advanced degree in relevant field

Pay Range:

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Location:

Ypsilanti, Michigan is artistic, genuine, and original. A college town and city located on the Huron River in Washtenaw County. Ypsilanti is all about community and making everyone new to the area feel right at home. From educational opportunities and local museums for all ages, to accessible healthcare and transportation it’s a wonderful location. It’s well known for its historical museums, parks, and historic districts as well as home to Eastern Michigan University. The University of Michigan and Michigan State University also within an hour drive and are great institutions! Ann Arbor is close by and has a reputation as bustling university town, a culinary hotspot, and a tech hub with a walkable downtown that includes world-class arts and culture. Located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor lies at the center of a greater collection of communities in Washtenaw County. With so many thriving communities nearby, Ann Arbor has become a cultural melting pot and urban oasis.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.