Associate Director, USG Contracts & Compliance (Remote)

Date Posted:2023-05-15Country:United States of AmericaLocation:HCT99: Field Office - CT Remote Location, Remote City, CT, 06101 USAPosition Role Type:RemoteCollins Aerospace is seeking an Associate Director to act as the compliance lead for U.S. Government (USG) contracts and subcontracts in the Power & Controls (P&C) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This person must have in-depth knowledge and experience with i) the FAR, DFARS, and other regulatory requirements, ii) cost-reimbursement, fixed price, and incentive type contracts with the U.S. Government and prime contractors for development, production, and performance-based logistics/sustainment programs, and iii) various contractor business systems (e.g., MMAS, Accounting System, Cost Estimating, Contractor Property Management, etc.). This individual will also play a key Contracts role in DCMA and DCAA audits as well as AS9100 and similar contractor reviews. This position is remote, candidate will need to have the ability to travel 10-20% to work with the team.Primary Responsibilities:

Actively support the Collins Compliance Leadership Communication Forum and USG Business Point of Contact meetings as the P&C Contracts representative.

Address various USG compliance questions, concerns, and issues from P&C Contracts staff. This may include, but not be limited to conducting research, holding meetings, driving actions, and pulling in Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as necessary.

Assist Contract Managers and Contract Administrators in FAR and DFARS analysis, FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 15 pricing requirements, Government contract management special requirements, and various other regulatory topics.

Act as the P&C Contracts lead for DCMA and DCAA audit activities, AS9100/QMS SBU contractor reviews, and similar 1st and 2nd party audits. This includes preparing the Contracts audit team; coordinating the pull and compilation of audit data; reviewing/vetting audit data and responses for completeness and accuracy; ensuring responsiveness during the audit and with post-audit actions; and supporting face-to-face meetings with auditors.

Promote and educate Contracts personnel on various US Government contract management training courses, curricula, and presentation materials. Where appropriate, develop custom training presentations and conduct training and enlist SMEs to perform similar training on various special topics (e.g., cybersecurity, USG data rights, U.S. procurement preferences/requirements, cost/schedule reporting, etc.).

Advise on strategic USG business pursuits. This would include support of the SBU Contracts focal/leads on regulations, emerging trends, interpretation issues, and terms and conditions negotiations.

Support Icertis implementation, including training, template testing, and Go-Live release.

Act as the System for Award Management (SAM) coordinator for P&C CAGE Codes. This would ensure timely renewals, data corrections, responses to data requests, and maintenance activity on the SAM site.

Provide Environmental Health & Safety Contracts support for P&C regarding REACh and other similar environment regulations, including responses to customer requests.

Execute special projects assigned by the P&C Contracts Director.

Seek out continuous improvement opportunities in Contract Management processes and employ CORE methodology and tools to implement. For targeted improvements, this will require leading CORE events and action item follow-up.

Basic Qualifications:

Typically requires University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred Qualifications:

Contract Management experience with US Government contracts, subcontracts, and Purchase Orders required

Cost-reimbursement, fixed price, and incentive contract experience is a must.

Knowledge of FAR, DFARS and CAS

Export (ITAR & EAR) knowledge and experience

Security clearance is desirable

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

 And more! 

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.Note:

Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)

Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Employee Referral Eligible

The salary range for this role is 139,000 USD - 277,000 USD; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.