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Contracts Management Specialist

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

If you possess a strong understanding of FAR and DFARS, are adept across various contract types, and desire your work to support impactful programs, this role offers a genuinely varied and high-impact contracts career.

The Role

You will interface directly with customers and business partners in the areas of proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration for a diverse portfolio of programs. On the proposal side, this entails:

• Examining requirements
• Analyzing terms and conditions to assess risk
• Reviewing Basis of Estimates for accuracy and completeness

On the administration side, your responsibilities will include:

• Processing contractual documentation
• Advising management on contractual rights and obligations
• Maintaining historical records
• Preparing regular reporting

You will also support shipment, billing, and payment processes; interface with DCMA as required; and prepare supporting documentation, including proprietary information agreements, associate contractor agreements, and export licenses. Interpreting FAR guidance and managing flow downs across contract types is a core aspect of the role.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 5 or more years of contract-related experience
• Working knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, along with a solid 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

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

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

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

Contact: Adam Slade