Highlights
Sherwood Aviation is a recognized leader in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, offering component Repair & Overhaul, Sales & OEM Distribution, Engineering & Manufacturing services, and Training& Technical Support to customers world‐wide is looking for a U.S. Gov’t Account Manager to join our team. The U.S. Government Account Manager is responsible for managing customer relationships and contracts with U.S. Government agencies, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of State (DOS), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other federal customers.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Opa Locka, FL |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1957 |
| Website | https://www.heico.com/ |
Description
U.S. Govt Contract Administrator
Company
Sherwood Aviation
Employment Status
Full-Time
Career Level
Experienced Non-Manager
Job Description
Sherwood Aviation is a recognized leader in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, offering component Repair & Overhaul, Sales & OEM Distribution, Engineering & Manufacturing services, and Training& Technical Support to customers world‐wide is looking for a U.S. Gov’t Account Manager to join our team.
The U.S. Government Account Manager is responsible for managing customer relationships and contracts with U.S. Government agencies, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of State (DOS), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other federal customers. This position serves as the primary customer liaison for aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), modification, logistics, and aircraft support programs.
The Account Manager ensures customer requirements are met while maintaining compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), FAA regulations, contract requirements, and company policies. This role works closely with Business Development, Program Management, Operations, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver exceptional customer service and successful program execution.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned U.S. Government customers and contracting agencies.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), Program Managers, military personnel, and government stakeholders.
- Manage aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), modification, logistics, and sustainment programs from contract award through completion.
- Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure contract performance objectives are achieved.
- Monitor contract schedules, deliverables, budgets, and performance metrics.
- Review Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), contract modifications, and task orders to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Prepare proposals, quotations, contract modifications, pricing packages, and customer presentations.
- Conduct regular customer meetings, program reviews, and status briefings.
- Resolve customer concerns and contract issues while maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Identify opportunities for contract growth, follow-on work, and new business development within assigned government accounts.
- Maintain accurate customer records, contract documentation, and account activity within the company's CRM and ERP systems.
- Ensure contract performance complies with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and all applicable contract clauses.
- Support proposal development, contract negotiations, and pricing activities.
- Coordinate contract deliverables, invoices, funding modifications, and period-of-performance requirements.
- Assist with audits conducted by agencies such as the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Inspector General (IG), and other government organizations.
Skills and Education Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, Government Contracting, or a related field preferred.
- Five or more years of experience in account management, program management, government contracting, or aviation services.
- Experience supporting U.S. Government or Department of Defense aviation programs preferred.
- Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, government procurement processes, and contract administration.
- Familiarity with FAA regulations, aircraft maintenance operations, and aviation industry practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/ERP systems.
- Active U.S. security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required based on contract requirements.
- Strong understanding of U.S. Government contracting processes and contract administration.
- Ability to interpret contracts, Statements of Work (SOW), technical requirements, and government regulations.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced aviation environment.
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to travel occasionally for Shows, training, or company meetings, if required
Sherwood Aviation offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits:
- Health, Vision & Dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Disability & Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off: Vacation, Sick and Holidays
Interested candidates may apply online or receive assistance in person at 4690 NW 128th Street Opa-Locka, FL 33054. Please contact Human Resources at 786-768-6735 if you require further assistance.
Los candidatos interesados pueden presentar una solicitud en línea o recibir ayuda en persona en 4690 NW 128th Street Opa-Locka, FL 33054. Por favor comunicarse con recursos humanos al 786-768-6735 si necesita más ayuda.
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About Company
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.