Compliance Specialist

at  General Atomics and Affiliated Companies

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Compliance Specialist to work within our Contracts and Purchasing Compliance team, located in Torrey Pines, CA.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and ten or more years of progressive professional contracting and/or procurement compliance experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must possess a working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DEAR, CAS, ITAR and/or EAR regulations as well as an understanding of supplier administration, supply chain, purchasing, material management, price/cost analysis and/or production control principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Must have experience organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP is required.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes. Must be customer focused and possess: (1) the ability to identify issues, analyze data and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems; (2) strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings; (3) strong interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals; and (4) excellent computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required

• Ensures Contracts & Purchasing system integrity and compliance.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations including FAR/DFARS/DEAR.
• Supports the maintenance of the Contracts Standard Operating Procedures, including changes to Contracts documentation referenced within the procedure.
• Conducts Post Award reviews of Contracts on a periodic basis and provides results to Contracts personnel.
• Collects and analyzes Contracts review data to identify trends and areas for process improvements.
• Ensures protection of the company’s contractual posture, satisfaction of contract specifications and requirements, identification of risk factors, awareness of cash flow, and adherence to company policy, laws, and regulations.
• Assist in the development of Contract Flowdown Addendums in collaboration with the Contracts Administrator.
• Supports audit requests including the analysis of the data to be presented.
• Acts as the point of contact to escort and monitor onsite auditor visits.
• Provides training to Contracts staff on Compliance related matters and makes presentations as required.
• Works under pressure to meet tight timelines, manages priorities, and multitasks as needed.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Utilizes MS Office Suite to include extensive use of excel to perform audit activities, SAP and other applications.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
  We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and ten or more years of progressive professional contracting and/or procurement compliance experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must possess a working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, DEAR, CAS, ITAR and/or EAR regulations as well as an understanding of supplier administration, supply chain, purchasing, material management, price/cost analysis and/or production control principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Must have experience organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP is required.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes. Must be customer focused and possess: (1) the ability to identify issues, analyze data and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems; (2) strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings; (3) strong interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals; and (4) excellent computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Salary:$98,100 - $171,398Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? YesClearance Required? No Clearance Levelnull WorkstyleHybri