Epsilon C5I (www.epsilonsystems.com/c5i), focused on software development and systems engineering for intelligence and combat systems, is seeking a Contracts Manager with at least 5+ years of experience to work out of Dayton, OH.  This position will support the research, development, and sustainment of old and new hardware systems and software capabilities for intelligence production.  If you have a passion for excellence in engineering and enjoy working on challenging projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment – read on!

Summary:

Responsible for the supervision and administration of the contract management life-cycle for a variety of Government and commercial contracts to include Firm-Fixed Price, Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee, Time and Material, and Indefinite Delivery - Indefinite Quantity contracts, with moderate risk for existing and new business for assigned divisions and operating groups.  Administers contracts and subcontracts using established procedures in order to develop, preserve and fulfill the Company’s contractual rights and obligations, assists in contract negotiation, supports audits and provides other contract related services as needed. Negotiates Non-Disclosure Agreements and Teaming Agreements.  Provides contractual surge support to other divisions and operating groups as requested.

The successful candidate will also participate in proposal preparation and review; perform contract review and acceptance; and assist in solving challenges related to risk, profit, special contractual provisions, and customer expectations.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, exceptional written and oral communication skills; strong analytical skills with careful attention to detail; strong customer relations and team participation skills; and should be pro-active and decisive. This position reports to the Contracts Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures. 
Negotiates non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and terms and conditions.
•    Originates company correspondence of contractual significance.
•    Monitors company performance on routine contractual obligations.
•    Provides support to the preparation and submission of proposals to include preparation of contract volumes, subcontractor RFPs, and subcontractor price analysis.
•    Negotiates terms and conditions.
•    Creates and administers subcontract agreements.
•    Inputs required data into the Contracts Database.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in federal government contracting environment.
• Must have an active DoD Clearance.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and the development, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts.
• Must have advanced ability to develop detailed pricing narratives using Microsoft Word.
• Ability to utilize Economic Research Institute, Western Management Group and other salary compensation surveys to arrive at accurate salary information for proposal efforts.
• Ability to research incumbent contract pricing and market information to develop a price to win strategy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Results oriented; working collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced business environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Pursuant to various government contractor requirements, all applicants must by US Citizen.

ADA Notations

• Prolonged use of computer (typing, keyboarding, data entry).
• Regular communication (hearing/speaking).
• Vision requirements include: close, distant, color perception, peripheral, depth and ability to focus.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans.