POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Jacksonville, Florida

Vice President of Contracts
Compliance & Ethics / Contracts

Starting Salary Range: $180,000 to $200,000 DOE
FLSA: Exempt

Tactical Air Support is recognized by E3 Solutions as a Great Company Culture -- Come Join Our Team!

Tactical Air Support, Inc., a growing national company, provides domestic and international "Center of Excellence" training and advisory services in tactical aviation, as well as the production, modification, and sustainment/maintenance of high-performance aircraft. We "Serve Those Who Serve" with innovative aviation solutions while maintaining a balanced focus on our customers and our teams and we are seeking an experienced Vice President of Contracts to join our Contracts team.

The Compliance Department supports Tactical Air's mission by ensuring the highest quality workplace for our employees through the fair and ethical treatment of each other, our business partners, and as corporate citizens, while fulfilling U.S. and foreign business, U.S. government and international trade laws, policies, and regulations. The focus is the regular and ongoing development and support of the company's security program and to provide all stakeholders with superior service to ensure company and customer security requirements are met.

This position is located in Jacksonville, Florida, the largest city in Florida with a population close to one million people. Jacksonville boasts the largest Naval port in the United States and offers communities rich in history, arts and culture, entertainment, recreation, and cuisine. There is truly something for everyone. Check out https://www.lifestorage.com/blog/moving/moving-to-jacksonville-fl/ for more information about living in Jacksonville.

The ideal candidate for the Vice President of Contracts position will direct, supervise and perform the daily assignments in support of contractual requirements. To include the organization's contracts, subcontracts, procurement activities and awarded contractual obligations. This position will interact extensively with Tactical Air senior leadership, including the CEO, CFO, COO and other Vice Presidents and Assistant Vice Presidents, as well as external business and government customers and subcontractors, suppliers and vendors. The successful performance of this position will require candidate to meet and support the business goals and mission of the company.

The key desirable and preferred requirements for this position include:

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Please refer to the position profile for complete job description and requirements.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related discipline; Master's degree preferred. Certification in Contract Management (CPCM, CFCM, CCCM) advantageous.
• Diverse experience with cradle to grave contract management including procurement planning, pre-award proposal development, price and cost analysis, contract life-cycle management, administration and closeout with US Federal Government contracts and subcontracts.
• Experience with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) federal contractors; and the aerospace, defense, or commercial aviation industry.
• Documented experience with services type contracts to include supporting large, MAC, IDIQ/GWACs, GSA schedule-type, cost reimbursement, firm fixed price, supply and service contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound interpretation of, and application of, current Federal Government contract and procurement regulations. This includes an extensive knowledge of the federal procurement requirements listed in the FAR, DFARS and other Government regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contracts and procurement staff and communicate effectively, both internally with technical staff, peers, and executive leadership as well as externally to customers, industry peers, and business partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to correctly prioritize workload to maintain schedules, deadlines, and standards on assigned projects.
• Ability to manage multiple roles and projects and to see the big picture.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and be adaptable.
• Ability to cross-train into other specialties.
• Ability to read, listen to, and understand information and ideas verbally and in writing.
• Creativity, positivity, and confidence.
• Regular travel to various work sites throughout the U.S. may be required and ability to support detachments as assigned.
• U.S. government security clearance requirements (i.e., Able to obtain, Current, etc.)
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening (including for marijuana) per DOT/FAA requirements for safety sensitive positions.

Tactical Air offers a comprehensive benefits package, including (but not limited to) 401K retirement savings plan with employer match, full health/dental/vision care, and life insurance. The level of position offered will be dependent upon background and qualifications. If you are a dynamic, self-motivated individual who appreciates challenging yet rewarding work, with a keen interest in cutting-edge aircraft mission systems development and maintenance, Tactical Air invites you to apply.

If any applicant requires assistance in accessing or completing an employment application, please contact Human Resources.

Tactical Air is proud to be an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

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