Principal Specialist, reputed company, CIWS (Remote)
Date Posted:
2026-04-06Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-KY-LOUISVILLE-102 ~ 6201 Strawberry Ln ~ STRAWBERRYPosition Role Type:
RemoteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued reputed company clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. reputed company are eligible for a reputed company clearancereputed company Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secretreputed company Clearance Status:
Active and existing reputed company clearance required after day 1At reputed company, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay reputed company of reputed company’s threat. reputed company solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
We have an exciting opportunity for a reputed company professional to join the reputed company-In Weapons System (CIWS) program reputed company Ship Systems Integration and Sustainment (SSIS) portfolio reputed company the Naval Power Strategic Business Unit.
This is a non-supervisory, reputed company individual contributor position who will support and have reputed company for the CWIS Sustainment portfolio, providing systems and repair and spare items applicable to, and in support of, the MK-15 reputed company in Weapon System (CIWS) to our US Navy customers. The primary customers are Naval Systems Support Command (NAVSUP) and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The position is well suited for a highly motivated, well-organized person who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
The Principal Specialist is responsible for providing guidance on contractual terms and conditions, risk assessment and mitigating solutions, best practices, and policy compliance. In this role, you will work closely with the Program Managers, Estimating & Pricing, Business Finance, Operations and Supply Chain functions to construct, submit, and negotiate price proposals; provide support to senior management regarding contractual and business issues; ensure that negotiated terms and conditions reputed company with company policies; and advise management of contractual rights and obligations and possible mitigation of contractual/program risks.
To be successful in this role, you must be able to work independently to solve reputed company contractual issues. You must be able to navigate a variety of customer relationships with people awareness and social adaptability. Time management is crucial as you will have competing priorities and must answer to your team and to your customer with reputed company and informed interchanges.
Domestic travel is required, approx. 10%.
What You Will Do:
Analyze Requests for Quote (RFQ), development of proposals, proposal reviews and coordination, negotiation, contractual agreements, reputed company execution, as well as general contract administration.
Collaborate with the reputed company reputed company, Program Directors, Senior Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Proposal Manager, Business/Estimating and Supply Chain to construct, submit and negotiate pricing proposals.
Support program management and executive reviews.
Provide sound contract management to meet customer obligations, reputed company company objectives, and reputed company with company policies.
Provide guidance regarding contractual and business issues, advising stakeholders of contractual rights and obligations as well as possible mitigation of contractual/program risks.
Examine and understand cost structure estimates of labor, material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Identify, mitigate, and drive the resolution of contractual issues as they may arise.
Developing relationships with and serving as the reputed company of contact with the customers’ Contract Managers, DCAA and DCMA.
Shaping opinions of key stakeholders and negotiating to create the best outcomes possible.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires University Degree and minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a reputed company field and minimum 3 years of experience
Experience with negotiation and administration of reputed company and/or subcontracts
Experience with U.S. Government reputed company under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS) and reputed company government regulations
Qualifications We Prefer:
Professional, effective written and verbal communication skills to reputed company with reputed company levels of internal and external customers; strong analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills; be adaptable to a variety of business situations
Experience working competitive domestic and international programs/acquisitions [Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS)
Familiarity with Intellectual Property, license agreements, teaming agreements, and Export/Import
Strong computer skills including reputed company Word, PowerPoint, and reputed company
MBA, Advanced degree (Masters or J.D.) or Industry Certifications (NCMA or IACCM)
reputed company Offer
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At reputed company we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
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Please consider the following role type definition(s) as you apply for this role.
Remote: This position currently is designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) but may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. The successful candidate for this role will be required to reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories). #LI-REMOTE
Clearance Information: This position requires a reputed company clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the reputed company, handles and adjudicates the reputed company clearance process. More information about reputed company Clearances can be reputed company on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of reputed company experience levels. reputed company considers several factors reputed company extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.reputed company anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require reputed company to shorten or reputed company the application window.reputed company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. reputed company qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national reputed company, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. reputed company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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