What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Manager position at TrellisWare Technologies?

TrellisWare launched in 2000 with an innovative culture striving to push technological boundaries in the area of wireless communications. We are now a worldwide leader in highly advanced algorithms, waveforms, and communications systems that range from small form factor radio products to fully integrated solutions.

At TrellisWare, we connect passion with purpose and together we make an impact- on our careers, our company, and the world. And you can too If you love to innovate and collaborate in a dynamic environment where boundaries are being pushed, you belong at TrellisWare. Where the opportunity to serve is not a challenge but a gift. Where you're never going alone. Because there's too much at stake to go solo.

Our Contracts Team is seeking a hybrid Contracts Manager . You would be responsible for managing domestic and international strategic pursuits and programs through a lifecycle of pre-contract, program execution and contract completion events. This hybrid work schedule role holds esteem as a key contributor on program and proposal teams with regular access to department leads and executive staff. In this customer facing position you can apply various communication and negotiation techniques to accomplish individual goals that advance your career while responsibly balancing the satisfaction of internal and external customer groups. Enhancing cohesiveness and maintaining team morale is a responsibility of all our team members, as is the ambition for self-improvement and talent development. Through this dedication to unity and professional advancement, each team member is directly impacting the successful outcome of TrellisWare's deliverables and setting the tone for our core values of delivering excellence, pushing boundaries, and empowering people.

The essential duties and responsibilities include :

Negotiate, administer, and manage various domestic and international contracts with commercial and U.S. government customers for the licensing and sale of TrellisWare's commercial software and hardware on various contract types which include cost-type, firm-fixed price, and IDIQ contracts for commercial and non-commercial procurement of hardware, software, and services support..
Support Government, international government, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and commercial entity proposal and contract activities as the Contracts lead.
Participate in team reviews and peer review proposals for completeness, responsiveness, and accuracy.
Review, redline, recommend, and negotiate contractual terms and conditions in accordance with company policies and objectives, procurement regulations, and customer requirements.
Interpret and advise management and internal customers of obligations driven by the terms and conditions of the contract and applicable procurement regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), United States Code.
Perform intellectual property protection practices, including review of data deliverable markings.
Interface with Contracting Officers and DCAA / DCMA, create and maintain auditable contract files, and respond to Government audit requests.
Monitor contract performance for compliance with terms and conditions and funding and work with appropriate personnel to resolve any issues.
Draft contractual correspondence and documentation.
Regularly interface and support TrellisWare's Executive, Legal, Program Management, Operations, Finance, and Business Development departments.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Develops relationships with team members built on trust and respect.

Education and work experience requirements are :

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Acquisition Management, or another relevant field from an accredited college / university (or equivalent experience).

4 years of progressive experience in Government Contracting, commercial item sales, and the application, interpretation, and negotiation and contract clauses.

Experienced in proposal stage activities and the negotiation and administration of high-dollar, multi-year, complex contracts.

Proficiency with MS Office suite and a variety of electronic data base systems.

To be considered for this position, you would need to meet, at a minimum, the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here :

Able to manage and prioritize multiple, concurrent, diversified responsibilities, operate independently within a hybrid worksite schedule, and communicate with management and other company personnel as needed to manage expectations, and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Strong writing skills across all formats : proposals, contracts, correspondence (formal and informal), and ability to spot issues and risks in contract terms and conditions. Able to effectively communicate orally with a variety of audiences, including the ability to make presentations to management and customers.

Balance company interests with customer desires; maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers. Flexibility to adjust to changing customer demands.

Interest in understanding, developing, and defending contracting approaches within Government regulations.

In depth knowledge of both the FAR and the DFARS.

Understand and assert intellectual property rights to the U.S. Government, including drafting of data rights assertions.

Current, or ability to acquire, Secret or greater security clearance. Top Secret preferred.

Strong collaborative drive and interpersonal skills.

Strong initiative, proactive work ethic and prioritization skills.

Possess critical judgement and analytical problem-solving skills.

Effective execution and decision making.

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with qualified disabilities.

Able to frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch, talk and hear.

Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time; frequently required to use office equipment such as PC, printer, telephone, etc.

Able to regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional requirements are :

U.S. Citizenship

Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Note : Many of TrellisWare's positions require a security clearance or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

TrellisWare Technologies pays competitively according to the market in an individual's geographic location, in addition to their qualifications and experience. The posted range is for individuals located in the San Diego, CA area. The pay range for this position is : $80,000-130,000 annually.

Disclaimer - The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in the job description restricts the company's right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time for any reason .

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TrellisWare Technologies, Inc. is an EEO / AA / Disability / Vets Employer.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https : / / trellisware.applicantpro.com / jobs / 3667994-143250.html

Salary : $80,000 - $130,000

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