Manager, Contracts

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Oversee comprehensive contract administration from initiation to completion, including proposal creation, negotiation, management, and closure.

• Collaborate effectively with Program Managers, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and the PMO.

• Develop responses to RFPs, engage in contract negotiations, manage contract administration, non-disclosure agreements, and various business contracts.

• Administer CPFF, FFP, and DCS contract types.

• Coordinate with local DCMA/DCAA on government contracts.

• Engage with customers regarding communications, contractual modifications, and related issues.

• Investigate and address contractual concerns.

• Offer guidance on contractual rights, obligations, regulations, and applicable policies or procedures.

• Counsel or represent the organization in matters pertaining to contract negotiation and administration.

• Advise management on contractual rights, responsibilities, and risk management strategies.

• Compile, analyze data, and maintain historical documentation.

• Work independently with minimal supervision and provide mentorship to junior professionals.

• Manage both routine and intricate contract and proposal activities, responding to urgent needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related discipline with at least 5 years of experience.

• Familiarity with U.S. Government contracts governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplemental (DFARS).

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

• Capability to obtain and retain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.

• An active and current DoD Secret clearance is required from day one.

• Preferred experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and customers.

• Must be able to reside and work in one of the 50 U.S. states, excluding U.S. territories.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Short-term disability

• Long-term disability

• 401(k) match

• Flexible spending accounts

• Flexible work schedules

• Employee assistance program

• Employee Scholar Program

• Parental leave

• Paid time off

• Holidays

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, subject to eligibility and not guaranteed

• Remote work primarily from home

• Potential travel to the site location as required