Sr. Contracts Negotiator

About this role

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. ​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.    Job Description    Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience delivering advanced microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our technologies support aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems worldwide. If you’re skilled in government contracting and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

What you’ll do • Supports quote and proposal activities. 

• Reviews RFP and RFQ documents and identify proposal parameters/requirements. 

• Leads price negotiations for Teledyne, coordinates with the Program Managers and Product Line Managers

• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and means to mitigate contractual/program risks, compiles and analyzes data and maintains historical information. 

• Utilizes Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for order booking, tracking, and reporting of data. 

• Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required. 

• Administer Government prime and subcontract, domestic and foreign commercial contracts in accordance with FAR and Company policies and procedures. 

• Maintain accurate contract and pricing files. 

• Review, draft and negotiate terms and conditions, non-disclosure, proprietary information and LTAs. 

• Review, analyze and prepare for approval/distribution of all contractual documents in accordance with contract compliance requirements; price, technical, schedules, risk and customer satisfaction. 

• Support internal, customer and US Government reporting and audits. 

• Make decisions on administrative and operational matters as related to compliance with contracts, FAR and company policy. 

• Effectively achieves objectives. Defines, interprets and flows down contractual requirements, translating into order releases. 

• Participate with Division Management, Program Management, Product Line Managers, and Marketing and Sales to establish business plans and objectives. 

• Regular interaction with management, customers and Government agencies. 

• Interaction routinely involves internal and customer negotiation of sensitive situations requiring persuasion and diplomacy.  ​

What you need • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting or related field required; Master’s Degree (MBA) or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred. 

• Must have at least a minimum of 6-8 years of Contracts experience. 

• Requires experience with federal Government prime and subcontracts, and domestic and international commercial contracts. 

• Must understand FAR, DFAR and other Government regulations. 

• Requires an understanding of Government accounting concepts/principles and pricing regulations. 

• Can distill contract risks into understandable written format for management review. 

• Must possess knowledge of Government and commercial contracting process, demonstrated contract drafting skills and have experience in reviewing and understanding contracts and identifying the parties’ contractual obligations. 

• Must possess the ability to negotiate complex agreements and communicate effectively with all parties, internally and externally. 

• Experience with data entry into an ERP system, preferably MAPICS. 

• Must possess experience in contracts appropriate for R&D and manufacturing. 

• Must be a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision, have innovative business skills, have excellent customer relations skills and be able to administer contracts work as well as be a contributor on multi-disciplined business teams. 

• US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain government security clearance. 

• NCMA Certification(s) a plus 

What we offer • Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits

• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans

• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources

• A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology

   Salary Range: $96,600.00-$128,800.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity 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 characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​

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