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Requisition Number: 21347

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $139,219.00 - $198,884.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Uncrewed Systems (UxS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Uncrewed Systems comprises unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and autonomy software.

HII creates advanced unmanned solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications. Serving customers in more than 30 countries, HII provides design, autonomy, manufacturing, testing, operations and sustainment of unmanned systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs).

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Come join HII! Where hard stuff is done right!!

Hybrid Role - Pocasset, Mass

HII Mission Technologies – is currently seeking a Business Group Contracts Manager (Contracts Manager Level 3). This role will support the contract administration and business growth of the Unmanned Systems Business Group. The ideal candidate will be an experienced problem solver with a variety of skills across US Government and international commercial contracts, subcontracts, cost proposal development, and leadership. The chosen candidate, while reporting to the Senior Director of Contracts, will have a high level of autonomy with broad responsibility for helping drive all facets of the Contracts Group in a fast-paced, leading technology environment. In addition to higher level strategic and practical leadership working alongside the Director, you will also manage your own portfolio of contracts and group goals.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the contractual business advisor and subject matter expert to all levels of the business (Business Group President, Operations Managers, Program Managers) and functional management (Procurement, Pricing, Finance/Accounting, Program Management, Business Operations, Engineering, and Project Controls) regarding commercial and US Government contracts, subcontracts, and proposal issues.

• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations to include, but not limited, to reporting requirements;

• Working alternative contract types such as Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), Teaming Agreements (TAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s), vendor and supplier agreements including Master Service Agreements and Long Term Agreements (MSA/LTAs),

• Negotiate, kick off, manage, supervise, and own all stages of contract administration and management for all levels and types of contracts held by the Unmanned Systems Business Group;

• Ensure that contracts, proposals, and work product comply with HII policies and Contracts Department processes. Ensure contract files include appropriate documentation to support such compliance.

• Support proposal development by studying requests for proposal (RFPs); attending proposal kick-off meetings and determining appropriate contractual requirements, risks, cost drivers, and assist in the consistent delivery of leading proposals;

• Manage, mentor and train reporting personnel within the Contracts Group

• Effectively communicate within the team, the company, and customers at all levels of the business

• Other duties as assigned.

What you will be doing...

Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts. Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

What we are looking for...

• 8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience.

• Leadership experience.

• Must have Federal Government experience

• The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast paced, high technology environment, with significant ownership and accountability for assigned functions. Willingness and desire to take on a variety of diverse tasks.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance #LI-MH1

Bonus Points for....

• Past experience managing contracts, subcontracts and/or pricing professionals is strongly preferred.

• 15+ years of Contract Management experience preferred with at least 10 years of Federal Government experience

• 10+ years of government proposal experience preferred.

• International Contracting experience.

• Certified Purchasing and/or Certified Estimating experience is beneficial, but not required.

• Unison CLM experience and Costpoint are beneficial, but not required.

Physical Requirements

Minimal mobility, dexterity, or coordination required to operate business machines. Minimal lifting may be required.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.