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Contracts Management Specialist

Behind every satellite that reaches orbit lies a complex chain of contracts, proposals, and negotiations that must be meticulously managed in accordance with federal regulations. Our client is seeking a Contracts Management Specialist to lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration for a portfolio of national security space programs, working directly with U.S. Government customers.

If you possess a solid understanding of FAR and DFARS, are adept across multiple contract types, and desire your work to support significant programs, this role presents a diverse and impactful contracts career opportunity.

The Role

You will engage directly with customers and business partners throughout proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration for a varied portfolio of programs. This entails:

• Examining requirements and analyzing terms and conditions to assess risk.
• Reviewing Basis of Estimates for accuracy and completeness.
• Processing contractual documentation and advising management on contractual rights and obligations.
• Maintaining historical records and preparing regular reports.
• Supporting shipment, billing, and payment processes.
• Interfacing with DCMA as required.
• Preparing supporting documentation such as proprietary information agreements, associate contractor agreements, and export licenses.
• Interpreting FAR guidance and managing flow downs across various contract types.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• A minimum of 5 years of contract-related experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS, along with general understanding of pre-award and post-award federal contracting practices, techniques, and standards.
• Experience across multiple contract types, including cost-plus, fixed-price, and time-and-materials.
• U.S. Citizenship with an active Top Secret clearance (active within the last 24 months).

What Sets Candidates Apart

• Proven ability to manage moderately complex contract administration tasks and support competitive proposal development with minimal supervision.
• Experience collaborating with commercial partners in the defense industry.
• Experience working with the government as a prime contractor, ideally for the Department of Defense.
• Familiarity with Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
• Experience with CostPoint.

Apply online using the form below. Please note, only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Adam Slade