Defense Contracts Strategist (FAR/DFARS)

ZenaDrone Inc.; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401k plan

Clearance support

Job summary

ZenaDrone is a leading drone technology company focused on aerial data capture and intelligent analysis solutions for agriculture, infrastructure, and public safety.

The Defense Contract Specialist will own the full lifecycle of government contracts and ensure strict FAR/DFARS compliance, interfacing with government officers and internal teams to support federal business win and execution.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of federal government contract administration experience.
• Deep working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD contracting regulations.
• Experience with multiple contract types: FFP, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, IDIQ, BPAs.
• Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to brief leadership and government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage cradle-to-grave lifecycle of DoD and federal government contracts.
• Review, interpret, and negotiate contract terms with contracting officers.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency supplements across active contracts.
• Lead contract kickoff meetings; maintain files and deliverable tracking.
• Prepare and submit REAs, contract modifications, and funding requests.
• Coordinate with finance on funding, billing milestones, and revenue recognition.
• Support proposal teams with contract risk review and pricing guidance.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks; escalate issues to leadership.
• Maintain relationships with PCOs, ACOs, and DCMA representatives.
• Track regulatory changes and update internal policies accordingly.

Skills

Federal government contract admin

FAR/DFARS compliance

Contract types knowledge

Clearance handling

Written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Contract Management / Law

Tools

Deltek Costpoint or ERP systems

Job description

ZenaDrone is a leading drone technology company focused on aerial data capture and intelligent analysis solutions for agriculture, infrastructure, and public safety.

The Defense Contract Specialist will own the full lifecycle of government contracts and ensure strict FAR/DFARS compliance, interfacing with government officers and internal teams to support federal business win and execution.