Overview In this role you will lead end-to-end contract management for a diverse portfolio supporting defense and civilian programs from the Fairfax, VA area. You will ensure compliant, competitive contracting actions aligned with FAR/DFARS and customer needs. The position emphasizes mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and data-informed decision making to shape outcomes-based contracting. This role offers impact in a mission-driven division focused on mission technologies and modernization.
Compensation / Benefits- best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
- wellness resources
- Savings Plan Options (401(k
- life insurance
- employee discounts
- paid holidays and paid time off
Responsibilities- Manage full lifecycle of standard and non-standard contracts, including negotiation, modifications, extensions, and closeout
- Support proposal development with contract volumes, pricing inputs, and compliance checks
- Lead contract negotiations with customers and partners per policies and requirements
- Review estimates, pricing data, materials, service requirements, and performance criteria for compliance
- Prepare bids and maintain contract-specific documentation and records
- Serve as primary liaison with internal teams and external customers, advising leadership on rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities
- Analyze contract data, performance metrics, and financial impacts to support decision-making
- Develop and maintain contract-specific estimating tools and templates
- Share knowledge through training, mentoring, and guidance to teammates
- Maintain high organization, manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and program needs
Key requirements- 10 years relevant experience with Bachelor in related field; 8 years with Masters; or High School Diploma or equivalent with 14 years relevant experience
- Mentor and develop colleagues in contracting principles
- Experience managing a large contract portfolio with high volume actions
- Skilled in Cost-Type, FFP, and LH contracts
- Experienced with NDAs, TAs, MOUs, IDIQs, and BOAs
- Strong understanding of Outcomes-Based, Performance-Based, and X as a Service contracting models
- Ability to work cross-functionally with diverse internal partners and management
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Strong prioritization and multi-tasking
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Advanced Excel and contract-specific estimating templates
- FAR/DFARS knowledge
- Policy, procedure, and work instruction development
