International Contracts Lead – Defense Sales

Saronic Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off / PTO

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary with bonuses

401(k) company match

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager – International in Arlington, VA to lead the full contract lifecycle for FMS and DCS sales of autonomous maritime platforms. You will structure, negotiate, and administer cross-border agreements while coordinating with Programs, Finance, Legal, and Compliance to ensure compliant, risk-aware executions.

You will interface with foreign government customers, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s/MBA/JD a plus.
• 8+ years of contract management experience in defense/international sales.
• Knowledge of FMS process, DSCA roles, and international contract structures.
• Knowledge of U.S. export controls (ITAR/EAR).
• Experience negotiating and closing multi-year international contracts.
• Familiarity with anti-corruption requirements (FCPA, OFAC).
• Excellent communication with senior leaders and external officials.

Responsibilities

• Lead full contract lifecycle for international programs (FMS and DCS).
• Interface with U.S. Government stakeholders and foreign customers; manage LOA/LOR processes.
• Negotiate terms, structure deals, and manage performance, changes, and close-out.
• Ensure compliance with export controls and regulatory requirements.
• Support business development with contract strategy, pricing, and risk assessment.
• Monitor performance, deliverables, cost, and schedule against contracts.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical and financial acumen

Attention to detail and organizational

US citizenship

Export controls knowledge

FMS/DSCA familiarity

Contract negotiation and lifecycle

Anti-corruption and compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Interfacing with senior leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree/MBA/J.D. a plus

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager – International in Arlington, VA to lead the full contract lifecycle for FMS and DCS sales of autonomous maritime platforms. You will structure, negotiate, and administer cross-border agreements while coordinating with Programs, Finance, Legal, and Compliance to ensure compliant, risk-aware executions.

You will interface with foreign government customers, U.S.