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Contracts Specialist

Ontic
Plainview, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2025

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Specializing in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence, Ontic has over 1,500 customers in the commercial, civil and defense aerospace markets. With over 1,300 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Contracts Specialist to join them. You will report to the Program Manager, Bids & Proposals , and will have an onsite work structure in Plainview, NY .

To be considered for the Contracts Specialist opening, here's what you'll need to bring with you :

  • Bachelor's degree and / or 5 years' experience in a related area, such as engineering, business / marketing, finance and / or economics, customer service, or account management
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, CRM, Visio)
  • Experience with proposals, including reading / analyzing requests for information (RFIs), requests for proposal (RFPs), and requests for quotation (RFQs)
  • Familiarity with U.S. Federal Government agencies and / or procurement process, DCMA and Government Source Inspection (GSI)
  • Working experience with US Federal Acquisition FARs / DFAR and US Export Regulations
  • Advanced degree and professional certifications (e.g. CPCM™, CFCM™, CCCM™) a plus.

As a Contracts Specialist, you will :

  • Be responsible for the complete lifecycle from solicitation to award for a given contract
  • Review and select government and commercial sales opportunities and / or solicitations based on capability, competition, history and expertise
  • Understand manufacturing processes, products, procedures and material / labor / NRE regulations
  • Create, prepare and submit responses for the RFP, RFI and / or RFQ with cost mark-ups
  • Understand US Government solicitation and bidding process and contractual requirements, including US Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS / DFARS), export regulations, First Article Tests (FATs), and Production Lot Tests (PLTs)
  • Lead contract / bid negotiations for terms and conditions, and manage contracts through senior functional management, referring to legal counsel when necessary
  • Review, interpret, and lead preparation of packages for Truth in Negotiation Act (TINA) requirements in proposals
  • Create and submit protests to the US government about solicitations and contracts awarded to competitors
  • Understand market dynamics and competition with respect to pricing and lead time
  • Collaborate with team to write / edit / proofread proposal sections to ensure all requirements are captured accurately in CRM
  • Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance current proposal / sales process
  • Support sales team in developing plans for attaining new business
  • Lead Source Approval Request (SAR) package submissions for the US Government and assign and drive actions and sections of SARs by functional departments for the packages
  • Ensure compliance with Government regulations regarding SAR submittals
  • Ensure and maintain effective commercial governance in accordance with policies, procedures, and processes
  • Implement effective contract management during project lifecycles, including customer liaison to improve contract win rates with government and commercial customers
  • Prepare, review, and negotiate agreements, including but not limited to NDAs / PIAs, LTAs, novations, and contracts, to protect the company's commercial and legal interest
  • Ensure the effective flow down of prime terms into contractual arrangements with suppliers
  • Work with DCMA and Government Source Inspection (GSI) employees to resolve inspection, compliance, or product acceptance matters
  • Our Benefits :

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
  • Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
  • Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Paid volunteering opportunities
  • Access to mental health champions across our sites
  • Commitment to development
  • Employee referral program
  • Salary Range :

  • 105,000-$125,000 / year, based on experience
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