Principal Sales Contracts Specialist

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McLean, VA, USA
Hybrid
Aerospace • Digital Media • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Mobile • Software
We do the extraordinary in space, to deliver amazing experiences everywhere on Earth.
The Role
Your impact
You will play an important role in the Government Solutions team by managing activities for various government and commercial contracts. You should enjoy working in a team-oriented and dynamic environment where problem-solving and negotiation skills are essential.
Your tasks will include proposal support, contract drafting and sales order administration. You will work with key people in Legal, Sales, Market Development, and Program Management meet program requirements, and help the company and our customers succeed.
What you will do
  • Review and troubleshoot solicitation terms and conditions, provide required certifications, and submit proposals.
  • Draft contracts (including prime contracts, subcontracts, master service agreements, and service orders).
  • Provide contract interpretation, guidance, and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Perform life cycle administration of various contract types and service orders.
  • Manage Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs).
  • Provide routine and ad hoc contract status reporting and audit support.
  • Maintain accurate and updated contract files in compliance with company policies, best practices, and security requirements.
  • Evaluate contracts and support negotiations, including identifying and analyzing issues and developing solutions.
  • Monitor contract performance for conformance to requirements.
  • Implement special programs to address security requirements of classified contracts and protect sensitive information.
  • Proactively offer suggestions to increase efficiency, productivity, and organizational well-being.
  • Foster strong relationships with customers, partners, and other internal and external stakeholders.

Your required experience/skills
  • Bachelor's Degree with at least 5 years of recent, relevant experience administering U.S. Government contracts (an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered)
  • Strong knowledge of FAR and DFAR
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI poly
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (state other technologies as required)
  • This role is subject to ITAR/EAR; candidates must be a US Person (this includes US Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Individual such as an asylee or refugee).

Your success in this role will look like:
  • Effective written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop sound business relationships

It would be nice if you had:
  • Experience with Salesforce
  • Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
  • Experience managing classified contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community
  • Experience with or knowledge of the satellite/telecommunications industry

How we support you:
  • Hybrid work environment offering up to two days per week work from home (for eligible positions)
  • Development opportunities supporting professional growth championed by our dedicated Learning & Development team. 20-25% of our positions are hired internally!
  • Ways to get involved: satellite launch parties, company connect events, charitable activities, team social events and recognition programs.
  • Wide range of benefits and perks to help you stay healthy, happy, and productive. These include paid leave programs, medical, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits, employee wellness offerings, and more!

These benefits are designed to support your overall well-being and help you succeed in your role.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Intelsat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law .
While it is important to note that meeting the minimum qualifications is a fundamental requirement for consideration, if you are enthusiastic about this role and are unsure how well your experience aligns with these requirements, we encourage you to apply. Our recruitment team will assess your application and determine if your skills and qualifications meet the essential criteria for this role or whether there might be another role within our organization that is a better match.
Other Job Info:
  • These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

About Us As the foundational architects of satellite technology, Intelsat applies our expertise to develop breakthrough solutions that advance and secure boundless applications for our customers and partners.
At Intelsat, we increase human potential by connecting people, communities, businesses, and governments. Our employees enjoy a casual and collaborative environment, where we celebrate professional excellence in pursuit of the corporate mission. We hire skilled professionals who work in various areas such as: satellite engineering, network operations, cloud architecture, accounting, sales, legal, and more. Browse our current job openings or create a professional profile to stay informed about opportunities that match your interests and expertise.
Intelsat is subject to regulation by certain U.S. Government national security agencies, which require that we collect and share certain Personally Identifiable Information ("PII") with the U.S. Government to obtain permission to employ non-U.S. persons in certain roles. If selected for a role at Intelsat, we may collect and share your PII for these purposes.
Intelsat is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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HQ: McLean, VA
2,100 Employees
Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

Intelsat and SES have joined forces, uniting 100 years of combined innovation and leadership to create the world’s leading space solutions company. As a newly combined company, we bring together talented teams with deep industry expertise to deliver integrated satellite and connectivity solutions for businesses and governments across the globe. With a powerful multi-orbit fleet, an expansive ground network, and strong financial backing, we’re entering an exciting phase of growth, investing in next-generation technologies that will enhance our competitive position in the rapidly-evolving satellite communications landscape For future team members, this means more opportunity, more innovation, and more impact. At SES, you won’t just join a company—you’ll help shape the future of global connectivity.

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