DC-Based Director, Government Contracts & Compliance

SpaceX; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Washington, DC seeks a Director of Legal, Government Contracts to lead a team of government contract professionals and manage SpaceX’s cradle-to-grave government contracts, including proposals, negotiations, and audits. You will advise on regulatory risk and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and related statutes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in government contracts, 5+ years of leadership, experience with complex federal contracts in regulated industries, and is able to work onsite

Qualifications

• 10+ years in government contracts management and advisory roles.
• 5+ years in a people leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR/DFAR and related federal contract frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of government contract professionals and ensure excellence and accountability.
• Manage prime and subcontracts with government agencies such as NASA, FAA and others.
• Oversee proposal development, cost/pricing analyses, and performance management.
• Advise senior leadership on regulatory changes and risk mitigation.
• Serve as primary point of contact for contracting officers and auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Contract management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

SpaceX in Washington, DC seeks a Director of Legal, Government Contracts to lead a team of government contract professionals and manage SpaceX’s cradle-to-grave government contracts, including proposals, negotiations, and audits. You will advise on regulatory risk and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and related statutes.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in government contracts, 5+ years of leadership, experience with complex federal contracts in regulated industries, and is able to work onsite