Contracts Attorney, Procurement

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company's expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it's materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

As the Contracts Attorney, you will work closely with the Procurement leadership team and Buyers to assure adherence to all aspects of supplier related contracts. Responsibilities include; supplier proposal analysis, risk identification/mitigation, support proposal development with cross functional teams, supplier contract terms and conditions negotiations, contractual modifications efforts, claims negotiations and dispute resolution. As a Contracts Attorney, you will hold responsibility to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supplier counterparts.

What YOU will do:

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  Provide leadership and oversight to Procurement operations to assure adherence to all aspects of supplier related contracts

  
  


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  Conduct day-to-day contract administration activities in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, applicable regulations, and the terms of the contract

  
  


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  Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contract terms

  
  


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  Draft and negotiate Purchase Agreements (PA's), Product Support Agreements (PSA's), Memorandum of Understandings (MOU's), Memorandum of Agreement (MOA's), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA's) and other contractual agreements

  
  


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  Prepare contractual documents, including the preparation of contract terms and conditions, and assemble contract documentation package

  
  


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  Lead management reviews of proposals/contracts and support program reviews

  
  


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  Coordinate the receipt and submission of all formal contractual correspondence and deliverables

  
  


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  Conduct the negotiation of agreements between the company and suppliers ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures

  
  


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  Responsible for reviewing contract solicitation terms, interpreting agreement terms and conditions and identifying potential issues, reviewing agreement amendments / modifications and incorporating changes

  
  


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  Respond to inquiries regarding contract obligations, compliance, and contract changes

  
  


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  Support proposal preparation activities related to Procurement and the direct supply base to ensure alignment to customer requirements and flow downs

  
  


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  Lead negotiation team to finalize supplier agreement terms and conditions

  
  


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  Lead and work with cross-functional team in the negotiation and settlement of supplier related disputes

  
  


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  Perform other duties and projects as assigned

  
  

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

Candidate must have a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school. Must be currently active with the Maryland State Bar Association in good standing. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Contracts, Compliance and Regulatory, preferably in the aerospace or manufacturing industry.

Desired Characteristics:

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  Strong oral and written communication skills.

  
  


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  Self-motivated with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

  
  


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  Skilled influencer, able to transfer complex messages to others and present to business leadership.

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and lead programs / projects.

  
  


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  Established project management skills

  
  

AT ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $101,840 to $152,700 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

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  Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date

  
  


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  Health Flexible Spending Accounts

  
  


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  Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes

  
  


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  Immediate 401k vesting

  
  


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  Educational Assistance

  
  


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  Life Insurance

  
  


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  Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

  
  

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.
We're proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds.
So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It's through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at , or by email at .

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