General Description\n

Tyonek Native Corporation (Tyonek) is an 8(a) Native American Corporation formed under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA). Tyonek is the parent company to a variety of subsidiary businesses including defense manufacturing and engineering, aircraft maintenance, information technology services and construction. Our corporate office is in Anchorage, AK with our subsidiary corporate office located in Madison, AL. Tyonek has over 1600 employees located in seventeen states.\n

Tyonek Services Group, Inc. (TSG), a subsidiary of Tyonek, is seeking a Director of Contracts. The Director of Contracts is a key management position and is responsible for directing all contracting functions of the company in accordance with company policies, FAR, and DFAR regulations. This position will be housed in our Madison, AL location, but eligible for hybrid work schedule. \n

Duties\n\nServe as principal advisor on contract-related matters to the TSG management team.\nDevelop and maintain firsthand, expert knowledge and understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Supplement, DoD and IC supplements and other U.S. and international acquisition regulations affecting the Company's interests.\nSupervise, direct, and manage all Contracts Administration-related activities through all phases of the procurement lifecycle, including supporting pricing and proposals, negotiations, maintenance, and closeouts.\nResponsible for review of proposals for compliance with Government regulations and company best practices. May provide direct input to proposal cost and contract volumes as part of a proposal and capture team.\nOversee the negotiation of third-party agreements (NDAs\/Teaming Agreements\/Consulting Agreements\/JV Agreements) and coordinate with senior management or Legal to achieve favorable terms and conditions in accordance with company policy.\nMonitor contractual performance across a large portfolio of contracts to mitigate performance, cost, and schedule risks.\nReview contract terms and conditions and provide advice to contract staff, program managers, and leadership regarding intellectual property data rights, deliverable obligations, and strategies to reduce performance risk during program execution.\nMust have extensive working experience and knowledge of different types of government contracts (I.E. FFP, CPFF, T&M) along with a strong understanding of contract financing (Progress and Performance Billings, etc.) and billing forecast.\nInterpret and apply FAR\/DFAR clauses as applicable to government contracts, Bill of Materials, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Subcontracts, and DOD requirements.\nReview contractual documents to ensure they satisfy customer specifications and requirements to adhere to Company policy and all applicable laws and regulations.\nResearch compliance issues, applicable regulations and laws, and formulate recommendations to management.\nServe as liaison between the Company and customers to resolve issues and address procurement questions; must have strong customer relations and communication skills.\nReview performance requirements, delivery schedules, and other contractual obligations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to bid specifications or contract terms.\nSupport Subcontracts team by interpreting the requirements of government Statement of Work and Prime contract terms and conditions including all flow down requirements.\nManage and provide direct supervision over staff in contract activities while effectively working within a team environment.\nReview of project set-up in Deltek CostPoint. \nParticipate in proposal generation, submission, and contract negotiation.\nMaintain contract files in accordance with organizational processes and procedures.\nLead the creation and streamline of departmental processes, procedures, and workflows.\nIdentify opportunities and assist leading Request for Equitable Adjustment proposals.\nSome travel may be required.\nOther duties as assigned.\n\n

Education\/Experience Requirements\n\nBachelor's degree with 15 years of experience in contracts focused on federal government\/military contracting and in-depth knowledge of FAR\/DFARS, SCA, DCAA compliance.\nContracts experience in a Prime Contractor\/OEM role.\nMaster's degree or law degree preferred.\nContract Administration certification preferred.\nExtensive experience interpreting RFP\/RFQs and providing input to proposal team.\nExperience working with DCAA and DCMA auditors.\nExtensive experience leading Contract Negotiations.\nExtensive experience developing and negotiating third party agreements. \nExtensive experience identifying and leading REAs.\nDeltek CostPoint experience (Sales Order Module, Project Setup, cost tracking, reporting).\nStrong knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures of all federal government contract types. \nComprehensive knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use. \nExperience in management and supervision of a contracts team.\nSharePoint experience required.\nExperience in or familiarity with ITAR and export licensing laws and regulations.\nWe maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.\n\n

Physical Requirements\n

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and\/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.\n\nMust be able to walk or stand on level and\/or inclined surfaces and sit for extended periods of time.\nMust be able to routinely climb \/ descend stairs. \nOn occasion must be able to lift 25 pounds. \nMust be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows \/ knees, and reach above \/ below shoulders.\nWorks in a normal office environment with controlled temperature and lighting conditions\n\n

Equal Opportunity Employer\/VEVRAA\/ADA\n

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.