Director of Contracts

Toyon Research Corporation

Goleta (CA)

On-site

USD 175,000 - 225,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium

HSA with Employer Contributions

Company Funded 401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

A defense research firm in California is seeking a Director of Contracts to lead its contracts administration team. Responsibilities include managing all contracts, compliance with government regulations, and providing strategic guidance on contract negotiations. The ideal candidate brings over 15 years of experience in the defense sector and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive pay range of $175,000 to $225,000 and an exceptional employee benefits package.

Qualifications

Minimum of 15 years of experience in contracts administration or management within the defense industry.
Proven experience in leading contract negotiations and compliance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the contracts department from proposal to closeout.
Oversee procurement and government property administration.
Provide strategic guidance on contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

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U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.

Toyon Research Corporation, a research and development defense contractor, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Contracts to lead our contracts administration team with growing volume and complexity of defense industry business opportunities. The Director of Contracts is responsible for leading and overseeing the contracts management function, ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations and government regulations, and facilitating company success in bidding and performance. This individual will play a critical role in guiding the contracts team and technical performer teams through the full lifecycle of contracts, from proposal to closeout, and aligning actions with corporate policies and federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS). Additionally, the position includes responsibility for subcontracts, procurement and government property administration through a subordinate senior manager.

This position is an opportunity for a highly qualified candidate to lead an established, effective contracts organization in a growing company. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in contract negotiations, risk management, and program oversight within the defense sector, along with a commitment to ensure continuity of effective practices and culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the contracts department, ensuring the effective administration of all contracts from proposal to closeout
Oversee and further develop practices in the related areas of subcontracts, procurement, government property, and corporate insurance
Act in the role of contracts administrator and primary point of contact for certain contracts and clients as staffing and demand evolves
Provide strategic guidance on contract terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk management strategies
Lead contract negotiations with government agencies, prime contractors, and subcontractors as necessary or not otherwise delegated
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, program management, finance, and compliance, to ensure contract terms are properly executed and adhered to
Develop and implement policies and procedures to optimize contract and procurement functions, ensuring efficiency and regulatory compliance
Monitor contract performance and advise contract performers to ensure timely delivery of all contract deliverables, including reports, milestones, and compliance audits. Identify and mitigate risks as needed.
Stay current on changes to FAR, DFARS and other government regulations, and ensure that the company is fully compliant
Lead the training and development of staff within the contracts, subcontract, procurement, and government property areas
Handle disputes, claims, assertion of data rights, reps and certs, and contract performance issues; work closely with legal counsel and other stakeholders as needed

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of experience in contracts administration or management within the defense industry
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, contracts management, or a related field. Advanced degree in business or law preferred. Accounting experience helpful.
Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to sustain performance over a large number of proposals and contracts, pending contract actions, and supervision of staff in multiple functional areas
Proven experience leading contract negotiations, administration, and compliance for government contracts of all types, and applying deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CASB, and other applicable defense acquisition regulations
Experience overseeing subcontracts, procurement and government property administration functions, especially experience with regulators, compliance standards and audits
Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
Contracts law degree and/or NCMA certifications desirable

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