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Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Legal business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
Textron Systems is currently seeking a Contracts Business Manager with ten or more years of contract experience. In addition to providing contract leadership, advice and support to management and programs teams, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of contract management throughout the entire contracting process, from pre-proposal activities through contract closeout. In performing this role, the Contracts Business Manager will:
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary customer interface and official point of contact for all contractual matters during all phases of contract formation and administration.
- Reviews terms and conditions to identify and recommend mitigation strategies for potential areas of risk, to include acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas.
- Participate in bid/no bid decisions, provide guidance on proposal development strategies, participate in proposal color reviews, maintain cost or pricing data records for TINA compliance, support fact-finding and agency audits, and lead negotiation teams.
- Proactively manage and administer a variety of contracts (government/commercial, domestic/international) of all types (cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, GSA, IDIQ, T&M, etc.) and modifications thereto; prepare and coordinate business correspondence; generate required contract related reports; and maintain accurate and complete contract files and records for the company.
- Remain actively engaged with, and serve as an integral member of, assigned management and program teams. Develop strong interfaces with personnel in other functional areas and maintain close contact with appropriate levels of management as necessary to be effective. Participate in program reviews, monitor program performance (contract schedules, deliverables, funding, invoicing and payments), and notify program leaders and management of potential non-compliances or other problems that could have an adverse impact on the company. Recommend to program leaders and management contract solutions and strategies that will favorably impact the company.
- Identify, manage and negotiate contract changes, and coordinate resolution of contract issues internally and externally. Work with program leaders and management to ensure that an effective contract change management process is in place. Provide advice and guidance regarding conflict disputes and actively participate in resolution of these matters.
- Actively manage and oversee the process of closing out completed contracts.
- Ensure contract management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedure, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
- Serve as an integral member of the Textron Systems Legal and Contracts organization and forge a close working relationship with Legal department members. Ensure coordination with Legal on contract matters that may have legal significance prior to advising management of contractual risks, rights and obligations, and terms and conditions interpretations.
- Actively pursue continuing education opportunities to remain abreast of industry trends and changes to contracting laws, regulations and practices.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, applying Six Sigma principles and concepts where appropriate.
- Perform other contracts-related duties as assigned.
Why This Internship
As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.
Who We Are
Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support.
All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.
Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.
About This Role
A Day in the Life of an Intellectual Property Intern:
Support IP program including invention identification, freedom to operate analysis, IP strategy, etc
Support Competitor Monitoring
Assist engineering resources with reviewing and analyzing industry patent portfolios to manage risk and gain competitive intelligence.
Assist with IP training
Assist with trademark matters such as knock out searches, marketing material (proper use), gathering specimens for the USPTO etc.
Why This Internship
As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.
Who We Are
Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support.
All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.
Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.
About This Role
A Day in the Life of a Contracts Intern:
Assisting in a variety of administrative duties for government, commercial and international contracts, proposals, contract review, and contract closeout
Preparing and coordinating internal and external business correspondence
Maintaining accurate and complete contract files and records for the company
Performing tasks in support both internal and external audit teams
Reviewing and processing Non-Disclosure Agreements
Performing other contract-related duties as assigned
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s
About This Role
The Principal Contracts Specialist shall proactively provide support to contract management and directors of a particular Business Unit in administering government, international and commercial contracts. S/he will support all aspects of contract management throughout the contracting process, from pre-proposal activities through contract closure. In performing this role, the Principal Contracts Specialist will:
· Support the review and risk analysis of solicitations and terms and conditions and coordinate with their supervisor.
· Participate in bid/no bid decisions and proposal review meetings.
· Review cost proposals, maintain cost and pricing data records for TINA compliance, support fact-finding and DCAA audits, and support negotiations.
· Proactively administer a variety of contracts (government/commercial, domestic/international) of all types (cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, award fee, IDIQ, time and material, etc.) and modifications thereto. Prepare and coordinate business correspondence, generate required contract-related reports, and maintain accurate and complete contract files and records for the company.
· Remain actively engaged with (and serve as an integral member of) designated program teams and develop strong interfaces with Hunt Valley personnel in other functional areas.
· Participate in program reviews, monitor program performance (contract schedules, deliverables, funding, invoicing, and payments), and notify contract managers or directors of potential non-compliances or other problems that could have an adverse impact on the company.
· Identify and administer contract changes, and coordinate resolution of contract issues with your supervisors.
· Actively administer the closeout of completed contracts.
· Ensure contract management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
· Ensure coordination with Legal on contract matters that may have legal significance (such as, identifying to Legal non-standard or potentially high-risk terms and conditions) prior to advising management of contractual risks, rights and obligations, and terms and conditions interpretations.
· Perform other contract-related duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
· Solid knowledge and understanding of basic contracting principles and all contract types.
· Excellent interpersonal skills.
· Strong knowledge of the federal acquisition process, government contracting principles and governing regulations (including FAR/DFAR).
· Demonstrated experience in contract administration.
· Basic understanding of business agreements and general business practices,
· Working knowledge of subcontracting practices, accounting, finance, pricing, and estimating principles, and business law.
· Basic knowledge of international contract terms, ITAR and US import and export regulations.
· Basic knowledge of commercial contracting terms (FAR part 12, GSA, etc.)
· Solid oral/written communication and organizational skills.
· Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management
· Ability to manage multiple work assignments and meet critical deadlines.
· High integrity and an unyielding commitment to compliance.
· Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
· Personal computer skill proficiency