Government Compliance Lead

Overview

This role supports Government Compliance, Rates & Budgets for the Space Propulsion and Power Systems (SPPS) division as the CAS segment lead. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations (FAR, DFARS, CAS) and company policy, leading indirect rate development and submission, supporting annual budget and joint strategic planning, and serving as the primary liaison to DCMA and DCAA.

The position is remote and reports to the Director, Government Compliance.

Work Schedule: 9/80 — employees work 9 out of every 14 days (totaling 80 hours worked) and have every other Friday off.

Responsibilities

• Lead government compliance, indirect rates, and budgeting activities for the SPPS CAS segment, ensuring adherence to FAR / DFARS / CAS and company policies
• Prepare, analyze, and submit annual Incurred Cost Proposals and rate packages
• Develop and maintain policies related to compliance, rate management, and unallowable cost guidance
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits; identify risks and process improvement opportunities
• Partner with Business Finance to support enterprise-wide budgeting, consolidation, and reporting
• Serve as the primary interface with DCMA / DCAA / NASA for FPRPs, FPRRs, FPRAs, Disclosure Statement updates, and Business System audits
• Provide subject matter expertise on new regulations, cost accounting standards, and compliance requirements
• Work cross-functionally with Contracts, Program Finance, Operations, and Legal to support proposal pricing and contract administration
• Support government-led Business System audits by performing risk assessments, conducting audit fieldwork, and preparing responses to audit findings (SOCARs)
• Coordinate with process owners to develop, track, and implement corrective action plans to ensure timely and compliant resolution
• Coordinate audit deliverables with DCAA and DCMA during business system audits, including tracking and monitoring requests and responses to ensure timely compliance
• Maintain audit documentation, workflows, test plans, and results using established tools/databases
• Lead or support cross-functional initiatives related to systems enhancements, processes, acquisitions, or operational improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9+ years relevant experience
• OR Graduate degree with 7+ years
• OR 13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, Incurred Cost Proposals, and DFARS Business Systems
• Experience in project management, audit support, compliance reviews, internal controls, or cost accounting
• Preferred experience with GAAP, PCAOB, GAAS, IIA standards, and SOX controls
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation)
• Strong computer skills in Outlook, Word, and Excel; experience with ERP (Oracle) and Hyperion preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and influence stakeholders across functions
• Experience using reporting tools, automation, and AI-enabled technologies to improve efficiency and decision-making