Contracts Manager

Saronic Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch

Unlimited snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to own the full lifecycle of DoD and federal contracts. You will collaborate with Programs, Finance, Legal, Proposals, and Growth to ensure compliant, risk-aware execution.

You will interpret regulations, negotiate terms, and advise leadership on strategy and pricing while interfacing with government customers. Occasional travel to customer sites and offices is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of contract management experience in defense/federal contracting.
• Proven knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal acquisition regulations; strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to review cost/price proposals, monitor performance, and manage risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full contract lifecycle for DoD/federal contracts: pre-award, negotiation, award, modifications, performance monitoring, close-out.
• Interpret and negotiate complex terms and conditions with OTA, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Provide strategic contract advice and risk mitigation to program leadership and BD teams.
• Serve as primary interface with government customers and Contracting Officers.
• Monitor performance, cost and schedule, changes, invoices, and acceptance criteria.

Skills

Contract management

DoD contracts

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s or MBA a plus

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

AsaContracts Manager at Saronic, you willberesponsible forthe management and oversight of DoD and federal contracts. You will partner closely with internal stakeholders (Programs,Finance,Legal,Proposals, Growth) and external counterpartsto ensure compliant,and risk-aware contract execution. You will manage a portfolio of contracts, lead contractingstrategy, interpret regulatory requirements, and drive best practices across the contract lifecycle.This position requiresoccasionaltravel to customer sites and various Saronic offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full contract lifecycle for DoD/federal contractsincluding:pre-award review (solicitation, RFPs), negotiation, award, modifications, performance monitoring, and close-out.

• Interpret,review,and negotiate complex contract terms and conditions with a strong understanding of Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs),FAR, DFARS and other federal procurement regulations.

• Provide strategic contract advice and risk mitigation guidance to program leadership and BD teams-- ensuring contract terms align with corporate strategy, financialobjectives, and compliance obligations.

• Serve as the primary interface with government customers and Contracting/Agreement Officers.

• Monitor contract performance and compliance: track contract deliverables, milestones, cost and schedule performance, change orders,invoicesand acceptance/quality requirements;identifyandel??

• Assistin business development by supporting capture teams with contract strategy, pricing considerations, terms&conditions review, proposal contractinputand risk assessment.

• Maintain awareness of changes in procurement regulations (OTA, FAR, DFARS, agency supplements) and recommend updates to contracting policies accordingly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degreeinrelated field.Master’s or MBA a plus.

• Minimum of5+ years of contract management experience within a defense/federal contractor environment or U.S. Government (DoD experience strongly preferred).

• Demonstrated working knowledge of contract types and federal acquisition regulations.

• Proven track-record of contract negotiation, administration, modification, and close-out on multi-year DoD/federal contracts.

• Robustknowledge of data rights and intellectual property issues in contractual agreements

• Strong analytical and financial acumen - ability to review cost/price proposals, change orders, assess risk,monitorcontract performance.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able tointerface withsenior leadership, government officials, subcontractors,and internal teams.

• Self-starter with strong attention to detail, organization, ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously, and drive results.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing defense contractor working withU.S.Governmentcustomers and meaningful mission-driven work.

• Collaborative and flexible culture that values initiative,expertise, and professional growth.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Opportunity to build and shape contracting processes and systems as we scale operations.

• Exposure to diverse contracting challenges in a federal environment, providing a strong platform for career advancement.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance:Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Dental and Vision Insurance:Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off:Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave:Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary:Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

• Retirement Plan:401(k) plan

• Stock Options:Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance:Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

• Additional Perks:Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Occasional standing and walking within the office.

• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.

• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.

• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.