Contracts Manager

Agile Defense, Inc.; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense, Inc. is seeking a full-time Contracts Manager to provide contracts management support on Federal Government Prime Contracts and Subcontracts.

You will collaborate across Operations, Finance, Accounting, Security, Pricing, and Procurement to refine processes ensuring compliance and effectiveness. The ideal candidate will negotiate contract artifacts (NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Prime Contracts, Subcontracts) and work with teams to implement robust contract management across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of contracts or legal experience.
• Experience negotiating contract artifacts and working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary interface with Contracting Officers and prime teaming partners, communicating to drive contract compliance.
• Negotiate and interpret contract terms to support favorable company outcomes.
• Ensure contract performance complies with all contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance and Operations to monitor funding and notify stakeholders of limitations.
• Document key contract data for records and assist in contract briefs and responses.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Communication

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance or related field

Job description

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #

1985

Job Title

Contracts Manager

Location

Remote to McLean, VA

Salary Range

$105,000 - $115,000

SUMMARY

We are seeking a full time Contracts Manager to provide contracts management support on Federal Government Prime Contracts and Subcontracts, working with functional leads across Operations, Finance, Accounting, Security, Pricing, Procurement, and other teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in negotiating contract artifacts such as Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Prime Contracts and Subcontracts, and will work with teams to build, refine, and implement processes that ensure continued compliance and effectiveness.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary interface with Contracting Officers and prime teaming partners, building relationships and effectively communicating to drive contract compliance.
• Negotiate and support internal understanding of contractual terms and conditions, ensuring favorable positions and outcomes for the company.
• Work across functional teams to ensure the contract is performed in accordance with contractual and legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations.
• Collaborate with Finance and Operations to proactively monitor contract funding and timely notify the Government and Prime Contractors of limitations of funds.
• Ensure company risk associated with funding shortfalls is properly mitigated through ATP and contract funding requests and tracking.
• Document key contract data for company files, processes, and requests for information, including participating in workflows with other functions to develop contract briefs and other records as appropriate.
• Serve as a resource and escalation point for Operations and other teams as issues related to contracts arise.
• Operate as an internal partner and subject matter expert to support the company in navigating complex contract challenges and opportunities.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

This is a non-supervisory position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education, Background, and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree, with focus in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in contracts or legal profession.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Required Skills: Experience in reviewing, editing, and compliant execution of contract agreements.
• Experience managing the full lifecycle of contracts, including pre-award, award, execution, and closeout.
• Ability to advise program team of contractual issues/opportunities and impacts of contract terms and conditions and flow down requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, effectively prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and identifying appropriate FAR/DFARs requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and implement new ideas to streamline and improve business processes across contracts and other functions.
• Ability to foster relationships both internally within the company and externally with Contracting Officers and prime contracts POCs.
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or equivalent certification desired.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to effectively negotiate contract terms and conditions to maintain preferable outcomes and positive relationships.
• Ability to juggle competing priorities and utilize time management techniques to meet deadlines and complete tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate teamwork and flexibility.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

Position is remote

Strength Demands

Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl

$105,000 - $115,000 a year

Core Values

• Happy
• Be Infectious.
• Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful
• Be Supportive.
• Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest
• Be Trustworthy.
• Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble
• Be Grounded.
• Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry
• Be Eager.
• Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle
• Be Driven.
• Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities