GovCon Contracts Manager | Strategy, Risk & Compliance

Cadence; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence is seeking a Government Contracts Manager to oversee U.S. Government-funded contracts with Aerospace & Defense customers, spanning capture, proposal support, negotiation, execution, and closeout. You will coordinate with legal, sales, finance, programs, and other stakeholders to mitigate risks and align terms with business objectives.

The role requires 5+ years in government contracts, strong FAR/DFARS knowledge, and excellent communication. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and U.S.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of government contracts experience including complex proposals and negotiations.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of government-funded contracts and subcontracts, from capture to closeout.
• Advise on compliance with FAR/DFARS and agency supplements.
• Support proposal development and contract negotiations.
• Partner with legal, sales, finance, programs and other stakeholders to align terms with business objectives.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Job description

Cadence is seeking a Government Contracts Manager to oversee U.S. Government-funded contracts with Aerospace & Defense customers, spanning capture, proposal support, negotiation, execution, and closeout. You will coordinate with legal, sales, finance, programs, and other stakeholders to mitigate risks and align terms with business objectives.

The role requires 5+ years in government contracts, strong FAR/DFARS knowledge, and excellent communication. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and U.S.