Description

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries.  Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. 

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society. 

Role Description:

The Contracts Analyst is a main point of contact with customers for processing their contracts by having regular correspondence with customers. Routinely engages and meets with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve contract challenges. Independently manage daily activities by cultivating strategic relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Participate in meetings with everyone supporting contract success such as customers, company managers, and suppliers to develop plans, organize work, monitor progress and resolve problems. This position reports to Vice President of Contracts & Business Development as part of the AAR CORP Legal Department, with dotted line reporting to the Business Unit. 

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of contracts including entering contracts, performing contract reviews, accurate data entry, ensuring contracts are delivered on time and leading all post-award contract administration efforts.
• Investigate and reconcile significant contract changes, modifications involving cost, specifications, documentation revisions, and schedules.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships as point of contact with internal and external customers, including US Government contract specialists, and the DCMA administrative contracting officers, for processing contracts.
• Interpreting contract requirements, impact of contract changes, and supporting development of U.S. Government Contract proposals.
• Review of all new RFQs and RFPs for terms and conditions prior to the processing of the vendor quote, and coordinate with GOV buying commands or subcontractors, vendors regarding the issuance of contract modifications.
• Work cooperatively with other members of the Defense group to ensure the highest service level; this includes actively participating in group meetings, project teams and consistently striving to improve the organization’s business goals.
• 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.
• All other duties assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent four-year college or technical school; or five to seven years of related industry or Government experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR and Agency Supplements, with emphasis on parts 12, 13, and 15; prior work with DLA preferred, and experience using government systems and online portals that include SAM.gov, PIEE/WAWF, VSM, SIR, and DCMA eTools.  
• Proficient using Microsoft360 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
• Prior experience using SyteLine ERP (preferred)  
• Must have strong proven business communication skills for engaging effectively with customers and colleagues both verbally and in writing.

Compensation and Benefits:

• 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.