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About American Ordnance

At American Ordnance, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond. With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://aollc.biz

We’re looking for a full-time, staff Director of Contracts Administration and Proposals for future opportunity with American Ordnance located in Kingsport, TN. Our ability to offer this job is contingent on a contract award.

As the Director of Contracts Administration and Proposals, here’s the work you’ll do:

• Manage and direct contract negotiations, administration of cost reimbursement and fixed price contracts, proposal preparation, fact-finding, contract closeout and other related activities.
• Manage negotiator with customer for contract terms and conditions and ongoing monitoring of contract performance and for negotiating Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA) with guidance from General Counsel.
• Identify risks in proposals and contract terms and conditions and negotiate with appropriate functional organizations to mitigate risks.
• Ensure company compliance with government acquisition regulations including FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, BATFE and TINA.
• Develop, maintain and monitor procedures for Contract Administration to ensure consistency across organization.
• Manage and mentor team of contract and proposal professionals.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Excellent ability to negotiate and manage cost reimbursement, fixed price, and flexibly priced contracts.
• Strong investigative skills to read and interpret legal documents, financial reports, and technical instructions and diagrams.
• Experience working with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, BATFE, FCPA and other government acquisition regulations.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Excellent people management skills.

And if you have these qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, JD or Master’s Degree a plus
• Minimum 10 – 15 years
• Government Secret Clearance or ability to obtain same, and Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) a plus
• Great attitude and team player.

• Successful completion of background screening process.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $116,960.00 - $175,440.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Expertise in:
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner: Nicole Yankey

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

American Ordnance, A Day & Zimmermann Company is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.