Contracts Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026.
Precision Power Solutions (PPS) is a specialized division of EnerSys-a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. PPS focuses on cutting-edge energy solutions for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for individuals who share a passion for these industries and want to be part of an innovative, dynamic team.
Certain positions at Precision Power Solutions require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a “U.S. Person” under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.
What We Offer:
- Generous Time Off - 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
- Financial & Career Growth - Life insurance, short-term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan
- 401(k) Matching - 100% match at a 6% contribution level
- Innovative Culture - We value excellence, teamwork, and long-term relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers. Through innovative technology and ongoing training, we invest in our employees’ skills and career development.
At PPS, we don’t just build batteries - we power systems and devices that protect not only individual citizens but communities across the world.
If you’re excited about working in an innovative, fast-paced, high-tech environment, where your contributions make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Purpose
The Contracts Specialist is responsible for award administration, contract lifecycle from review to execution, compliance and negotiation for Aerospace & Defense and commercial markets associated with specialty batteries, development programs, and government-funded contracts within munitions. The role also supports data analysis and manipulation, FAR/DFARs/CFR compliance, representations and certifications activities, and internal reporting activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review and prepare contractual documents for management review, comment, and approval.
- Manage the review and tracking of contractual documentation, status, and approvals to drive the contract acceptance process through completion.
- Interpret, compile, edit, and proofread text and data from various sources for use in technical discussions, documents, reports, and proposals.
- Review contracts and terms & conditions for alignment with corporate standards, recommend strategies to negotiate mutually acceptable positions, and administer contracts to maintain compliance.
- Work with corporate resources to manage Contract, ITAR, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), and FAR/DFARs/CFR compliance.
- Ensure export compliance, program security, and regulatory compliance is maintained.
- Work with program management to establish consistent customer messaging related to all compliance related communications.
- Aid in the development, operation, implementation, and enforcement of internal controls and protocols.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience must include the following:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing or closely related discipline, or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through experience and/or other training.
2. 2-5 years of experience in government contracting with experience administering firm-fixed and cost-plus contracts.
3. In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFARs, and CFR.
4. Thorough knowledge of CMMC, cybersecurity, and safeguarding of information.
Language Skills
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Comfortable presenting to audiences up to 10 people both virtually and in person.
Mathematical Skills
Advanced. Comfortable with financial reporting and earned value management.
Reasoning Ability
Able to examine requirements and understand the underlying request as it relates to the project. Must be able to multi-task in an environment where prioritization is consistently changing while ensuring all responsibilities are addressed.
Computer Skills
Role requires significant use of Adobe, Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, SharePoint, and other software. Must be able to understand Excel formulas, pivot tables, and impact of data inputs in complex spreadsheets.
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to read and comprehend Aerospace & Defense industry proposals, contracts, announcements, regulations, procedures, FAR/DFARs/CFR clauses, and government contracts. Advanced organizational and reporting skills, ability to work under pressure to meet project deadlines, and excellent technical writing and editing skills.
TRAVEL REQUIRED:
Up to 50%.
General Job Requirements
- Generic
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.