Director, Contracts: Defense & Government Programs

Mercury-Systems; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 139,000 - 295,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock-based awards

9/80 work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Mercury Systems is seeking a Director, Contracts to lead a small team of contracts professionals across multiple programs, including government and defense. This leadership role emphasizes risk mitigation, contract strategy, and compliance to protect Mercury’s interests while advancing business objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in contracts, with experience in government contracting, DFARS, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in contracts leadership experience.
• Experience in Contracts Management and Government/Defense Contracting.
• Knowledge of FAD/DFARS; strong leadership and cross-functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of contract professionals on strategically important agreements.
• Motivate and develop a diverse contracts team.
• Provide career development and training for contract staff.
• Develop and implement contract formation, negotiation, and administration policies.

Skills

Contract management

Government contracting

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mercury Systems is seeking a Director, Contracts to lead a small team of contracts professionals across multiple programs, including government and defense. This leadership role emphasizes risk mitigation, contract strategy, and compliance to protect Mercury’s interests while advancing business objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in contracts, with experience in government contracting, DFARS, and cross-functional collaboration.