Defense Contracts Specialist

AAR • Wood Dale, IL • 1h ago

Title: Defense Contracts Specialist

Location: United States-Illinois-Wood Dale

Job Number: 18717

The Defense Contract Specialist is responsible for overseeing all contracts functions and agreements; pre-award, quoting, negotiations and post-award transactions relating to the processing of U.S. Government solicitations or RFQ (Request for Quote)

What will you be responsible for:

Research Government sites for new open solicitations, including working with GOV agencies for continuous updated material.

Review of all new RFQs and RFPs for special requirements prior to the processing of the vendor quote.

Receive written quote from Sr. Defense Contract Administrator.

Electronically file bids to GOV buying commands.

Coordinate with GOV buying commands for amendments to solicitations, when required.

Coordinate with GOV buying commands regarding the issuance of contract modifications.

Maintain all open GOV quote folders.

Work cooperatively with other members of the Defense group to ensure the highest service level possible.

This includes actively participating in group meetings/project teams and consistently striving to improve the organization.

Ensure that department procedures are understood and followed.

All other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

What you will need to be successful in this role:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Familiarity with Government regulations FAR & DFARS- Preferred

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 annually . This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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AAR is an equal opportunity 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.

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