Compliance Analyst III

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Compliance Analyst to support and maintain the company's Approved Purchasing System in a U.S. Government subcontracting environment. The Compliance Analyst will ensure all purchasing activities adhere to FAR and DFARS prime contract flow-down requirements, public law, and company policies. This role includes reviewing purchase orders and subcontracts for compliance, generating metrics, providing training, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of compliance experience in a government contracting environment, a bachelor's degree in business or related field, and the ability to work collaboratively with procurement and program teams to maintain compliance readiness.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Purchasing System Compliance
  • Support the management and continuous improvement of the company's Approved Purchasing System in accordance with FAR and DFARS requirements.
  • Review purchase orders and subcontracts for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and prime contract flow-down clauses.
  • Conduct internal compliance reviews of procurement files and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
  • Assist in developing, updating, and enforcing procurement policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with procurement staff to ensure compliance best practices are consistently applied.
• Metrics, Training, and Reporting

• Generate and maintain compliance metrics for management review.
• Support preparation of materials for Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) or other government audits.
• Conduct or assist with compliance training for procurement and program staff.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation for audits and reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of compliance experience in a government contracting environment.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFARS requirements and government subcontracting practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and procurement systems.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP).
• Experience with CPSR preparation and DCMA audits.

• None

• 10%, occasional travel for audits or training may be required.
• The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20 lbs.

• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
• Discounted health premiums available through qualified wellness participation.
• Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
• Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• On-site wellness clinic.

• Competitive compensation.
• 401k program to plan for your future with company match 50% up to 8%.
• Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Fertility and family building assistance.

• Flexible work schedules available based on position:
• 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• 4/10s
• 3/12s
• Lifestyle spending account.
• Perks at work.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options