8+ years of experience in contracts management or related field with BA/BS degree or 12+ years of relevant experience without degree.
Active Top Secret security clearance required on day one.
Must be a U.S. citizen due to security requirements.
Proficient in various contract types like Cost Reimbursement, FFP, T&M, and IDIQ.
Strong understanding of FAR/DFAR regulations and application in contract management.
Responsibilities
Lead proposal preparation and contract negotiations to ensure successful contract acquisition.
Support senior management with contractual and business strategy issues.
Innovate contracting solutions to align with program and business objectives.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts while ensuring compliance with regulations.
Interface with customers during proposals, negotiations, and contract performance.
Govern program team activities to ensure adherence to contract terms and conditions.
Manage multiple concurrent contracts and maintain strict adherence to deadlines.
Benefits
Opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of government and commercial contracts.
Collaborative environment interfacing with senior management and diverse teams.
Role contributes directly to organizational and program success.
Aid in developing innovative solutions within a dynamic business unit.
Focus on strategic leadership in contracts management.
Full Job Description
Nightwing Contracts has a unique position for a Contracts Manager to support a diverse portfolio of contracts in the CODEX Business Unit. This role requires taking the lead in an environment that requires advanced contract negotiation skills along with program management and business development acumen. This role is for managing all pursuits and contracts with the CODEX DoW and Products portfolios, which includes customers in the IC, DoW and domestic commercial entities. The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate strong negotiation skills with an ability to delivery results while remaining directly accountable for ensuing overall contract performance. The candidate must be a self-starter, capably of developing and achieving organizational and program objectives and must be able to interface with all levels of internal management, including customer management
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Participate in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to enable proper contract acquisition.
Provide support to senior management regarding contractual and business issues.
Provide strategic leadership to develop innovative contracting solutions to meet program and business area objectives.
Draft, review and negotiate contracts/contract modifications to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as public law requirements.
Summarize contract issues, research compliance matters, interpret regulations, identify risks, and formulate recommendations.
Act as the primary interface with customers during proposal phase, negotiations, and contract performance.
Negotiate sound business deals with customers and provide governance to the program team carrying out the terms and scope of the contract.
Handle several assignments concurrently while maintaining schedule deadlines.
Manage relationships with US Government customers.
Act as a key player in solving problems, developing solutions and assisting the business to achieve financial and performance goals and objectives.
Required Skills:
Must have a minimum 8 years of experience in a related field with a BA/BS degree OR a total of 12 years of relatable experience in lieu of a degree.
U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for day one of employment.
Must hold an active Top Secret clearance.
Must be willing to work onsite in order to perform job duties.
Knowledge of, and experience with, various types of contracts (e.g. Cost Reimbursement, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, etc.), NDA's, SOWs, Teaming Agreements and other commercial agreements.
Understanding of competitive procurements and ability to support the development and preparation of high quality, complex proposals
Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations and ability to apply them appropriately, with an understanding of standard Prime Contractor flow down provisions.
Desired Skills:
Leadership skills to include strategic thinking, customer focus, performance and results orientation, innovation and influential communication.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize actions in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with customers and internal partners based on understanding and trust.
Proven record of responsiveness with strong time management and organization skills.
Experience developing End User License Agreements (EULAs).
Experience with Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs).
Commercial contracting experience (FAR Part 12).
Demonstrated understanding of cost structures, material estimates, development costs, performance requirements, delivery schedules, and terms and conditions for accuracy and completeness.
