Compliance Manager and Small Business Liaison Officer

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 an experienced Compliance Manager & Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) to oversee our company's approved purchasing system and small business program in support of U.S. Government subcontracting activities. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS prime contract flow-down requirements, maintaining adherence to public law, and supporting the company's procurement integrity through policy enforcement, training, reporting, and metrics tracking.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of compliance experience in a government contracting environment, a bachelor's degree in business or related field, and a proven track record of managing purchasing systems and small business programs.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Purchasing System Compliance
  • Maintain and oversee 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 periodic internal audits of purchasing files and processes to ensure compliance readiness.
  • Develop, update, and enforce procurement policies and procedures to meet government contracting standards.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address compliance deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) Duties

• Administer and monitor the company's Small Business Program to ensure compliance with Small Business Administration (SBA) requirements.
• Prepare and submit timely Small Business Subcontracting Reports (ISR, SSR) and other required reports in eSRS.
• Track and report small business subcontracting metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver training to procurement and program personnel on small business goals, subcontracting plans, and compliance requirements.
• Engage with small business vendors to promote subcontracting opportunities and ensure program objectives are met.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of compliance experience in a government contracting environment.
• In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFARS, government subcontracting, and small business program requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain an approved purchasing system and manage compliance audits.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and procurement systems.

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), preferred.
• Experience with the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS), preferred.
• Experience with DCMA audits and CPSR preparation, preferred.

• 1-2 direct reports

• 10-20% travel for training, conferences or supplier meetings 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