U.S. Army Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal Work Values

Daily Duties at U.S. Army Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal:

Successfully managed (18) person team in acquisition of (6) major missile systems with a budget well in excess of $100M. Instructed and trained personnel in government contracting policy, procedures and administration. Possess excellent communication, written and negotiation skills with contractor, government representatives. Compiled, analyzed and presented Acquisition Milestone Charts for ongoing procurement actions. I demonstrated a reputation in meeting deadlines for all contract actions. Identified and resolved various contractual problems and issues. Established and maintained a successful rapport with SES Managers, senior level contractors. Successfully performed acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation (cost/price analysis), contract Negotiations, post award administration for production equipment, repair parts, extensive technical support services, for US Army equipment and supporting items. Prepared/staffed Command Information Papers, Fact Sheets along with frequent briefings to senior level management on high visibility procurement actions. Wrote a procedure that was adopted by Small Business Office entitled, “How To Contract With Small Disadvantaged Business Firms,” for use by Government Contract Specialists. Contracting Officer $3M without approval, $25M with approval. I was promoted and assigned Supervisory Contracting Officer.

What they like about U.S. Army Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal:

You give high priority to hiring firms with prestige. Market reputation and prestige of a firm may be determined through on-line research, and conversations with individuals working in your target industry. Note that firms "in the public eye" receive a great deal more critical publicity and attention than those operating with more anonymity. So as you assess your employment opportunities, be sure to seek out the positive aspects of the firm's reputation in addition to noting negative publicity the company may have received.

Tags

Government, Contracts, Subcontracts

Skills

Excel, Office, Word, Government PD2, Firm Fixed Priced Contracts, Cost Plus Award Fee Contracts, Time and Materials Contracts, IDIQ Contracts, Cost Reimbursement Contracts, Cradle to grave knowledge of contracting, Excellent knowledge of FAR/DFARS, NASA regulations, Excellent writing and communication skills

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