Contracts Manager – DoD/OTA Expert, Clearance Ready

Anduril-1; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks a Contracts Manager to support DoD, international, and commercial contracts from its Reston, VA location. You will oversee the full contract lifecycle, ensure compliance, and optimize performance across CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, OTAs, and commercial agreements.

The role requires active clearance, defense contracting knowledge (FAR/DFARS), strong negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate with legal, proposals, and operations teams to mitigate risk and deliver results

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, government, or a related field.
• 5+ years of full life cycle contract management for CPFF, FFP, and T&M government and commercial contracts.
• Strong working knowledge of US Government contracting including FAR/DFARS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. Person status required to access export-controlled data.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Location: Based in Reston, VA with travel to DC.

Responsibilities

• Execute contract management throughout the life of each contract.
• Complete contract review and acceptance.
• Oversee and prepare contract proposal planning and management and support preparation of proposals.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policies.
• Assist in identification, development, and implementation of new contract policies and processes.
• Maintain comprehensive contract documentation and compliance records.
• Provide contract summaries and ensure contract execution in accordance with government and company requirements.
• Provide program managers and executives with contract briefs during the life of contracts.
• Provide guidance on FAR/DFARS requirements and other regulatory considerations.
• Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers.
• Provide contractual guidance and risk mitigation strategies for contractual and business obligations.
• Negotiate complex contractual terms with federal agencies, prime contractors, and subcontractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, government, or related field

Graduate degree in business, law, government, or related field

Job description

Anduril Industries seeks a Contracts Manager to support DoD, international, and commercial contracts from its Reston, VA location. You will oversee the full contract lifecycle, ensure compliance, and optimize performance across CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, OTAs, and commercial agreements.

The role requires active clearance, defense contracting knowledge (FAR/DFARS), strong negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate with legal, proposals, and operations teams to mitigate risk and deliver results