Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under limited supervision, the Senior Compliance Specialist provides guidance and support for research and analysis, identification, prevention, monitoring, and risk mitigation of potential pricing, cost estimating, contract or subcontract issues to ensure compliance to regulations, contract or subcontract requirements, and Company policies and procedures. May represent the company and act as a primary contact to support Government Audit Agencies, customers and internal auditing activities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exercises judgment within generally defined precedents and policies to interpret established policies, procedures, and standard practices, and provides analysis of compliance data to ensure that compliance activities are successful and maintained.
• Areas of responsibility may include pricing and proposal reviews, contract or subcontract, and/or closeout for contract or subcontract administration in accordance with company policy. Depending on the assigned functional area, may assist in the following reviews:
  • Contractual terms and conditions during proposal reviews or draft contract reviews and provides recommendations to mitigate risks.
  • pre or post-submittal proposal packages to ensure they meet company procedures and customer solicitation requirements and communicates recommendations for corrections or risk mitigation to cross-functional teams.
  • draft and fully executed contractual documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • US government business system integrity and compliance (i.e. Accounting System, Estimating System, Purchasing System, etc.)
• Organizes, maintains, analyzes, updates, and develops various electronic and hard copy records.
• Interprets regulatory changes and their impact on pricing and cost estimating, contracts/subcontracts and proposals, including export considerations, and recommends solutions or best practices for compliance.
• Conducts compilation and analysis of data maintaining an alertness for anomalies to identify trends and areas for process improvement, and develops new standards, practices, or techniques, as required. Develops, implements, and audits policies, procedures and associated documentation. Documents and maintains compliance metrics, as applicable.
• Shares information and findings to resolve compliance issues impacting operations. Based on analyses, develops recommendations for correction actions and works cross functionally to ensure remediation.
• Responsible for developing and building internal and external relationships to support company and department objectives.
  • Provides leadership, direction and guidance to department employees working on assigned projects.
  • Responds to inquiries, identifies issues, and develops solutions to complex and diverse challenges concerning a variety of compliance data, some of which may contain confidential and sensitive information, requiring tact and discretion in handling.
  • Conducts internal and external presentations as required.
  • Supports external and internal audit requests, including researching, gathering, and analyzing the data that will be provided to auditors. Analyzes and responds to regulatory questions from internal and external sources by interpreting Company policy, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) guidance, and applicable government regulations.
• Participates in the selection, development, and training of pricing and cost estimating, contract, or supply chain staff.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• 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.




Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and ten or more years of experience in a related discipline or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of eight years of experience or in absence of a degree twelve years of equivalent contracting, procurement, compliance, or auditing experience.
• Must demonstrate a general understanding of FAR, DFARS, DEAR, CAS, ITAR and/or EAR regulations as well as a basic understanding of one or more of the following: pricing or cost estimating, contract or supplier administration, acquisition, supply chain and 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.
• 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:
  • the ability to identify issues, analyze data and develop solutions to complex problems.
  • strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings.
  • strong interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals.
  • strong computer skills.
  • maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Salary:$125,810 - $229,670