Contract Specialist I

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

About the role

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. As a member of our team, you will administer contracts for products of moderate scope and complexity to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations, including defining requirements, generating proposals, monitoring performance, negotiating pricing and terms, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements.

Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Administers moderately complex contracts by analyzing performance requirements and customer purchase order requirements, including those issued against Basic Contract Agreements and/or Long-Term Agreements.
• Analyzes performance to delivery schedules, pricing, terms and conditions, and other contract provisions.
• Evaluates performance requirements, delivery schedules, and estimates of costs of material, equipment, and labor hours.
• Develops responses to moderately complex requests for proposal (RFP) by reviewing bid process procedures, material, test, and other requirements, and preparing appropriate responses.
• Prepares and submits proposals.
• Negotiates contracts of moderate scope and complexity in accordance with legal and company regulations and policies, including price, terms and conditions, deliveries, and other business issues within scope of responsibility.
• Ensures contract provisions are clear and conform to company policy.
• Investigates and resolves claims or complaints by collecting and analyzing information.
• Coordinates with relevant functions on technical and/or quality issues, data requirements, and other business as applicable.
• Monitors contract financial performance and delivery status and determines the need for contract amendments or extensions.
• Determines when customer-directed changes are out-of-scope.
• Acts as the point of contact with the customer on assigned contracts and participates in customer presentations.
• May support export compliance administration or represent the site or division for implementation of export compliance actions.
• Maintains current professional and technical knowledge and may participate in professional associations (e.g., the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) or the International Association of Commercial Contract Management).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) required.
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
• Multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses, as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits.
• Company-provided Life Insurance, Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Additional supplemental benefits including legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. All applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.