Program Manager

AppleOne Employment Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Atlanta seeks a Contracts Specialist with extensive U.S. Government and military contracting experience, particularly in subcontracting under prime government awards.

A JD or equivalent is strongly preferred and experience drafting, negotiating, and executing complex government contracts is required. You will interpret FAR/DFARS, manage risk, align subcontract terms with policy, and support flow-downs across SSOW, PWS, IDIQs and GTAs within SAP Ariba and related

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in U.S. Government contracting.
• Strong preference for JD or advanced degree.
• Expert knowledge of FAR/DFARS, SSOW, PWS, IDIQs, GTAs.
• Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and execute government contracts and subcontracts.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate subcontracts ensuring FAR/DFARS and prime contract alignment.
• Assess and mitigate high-risk provisions; negotiate necessary modifications.
• Provide guidance to internal teams to ensure compliance and minimize exposure.
• Interpret prime contract requirements and advise on subcontractor obligations under federal regulations.
• Maintain documentation of negotiated positions and compliance actions.

Skills

GOVT contracting

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or advanced degree

MBA or business degree

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

Qualifications

• JD or advanced legal degree strongly preferred; MBA or equivalent business degree a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in U.S. Government contracting, with emphasis on military programs and subcontracting structures.
• Proven track record in drafting, negotiating, and executing government contracts and subcontracts.
• Expert knowledge of FAR/DFARS, SSOW, PWS, IDIQs, GTAs, and related frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage complex compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as both prime contractor and subcontractor in military/government programs.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and mitigate contractual risk during pre- and post-award phases.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly experienced Contracts Specialist with a strong background in U.S. Government and military contracting, preferably with a legal or compliance background (JD strongly preferred). This role focuses on subcontracting under U.S. Government prime contracts, particularly in support of commercial derivative military aircraft (CDMA) maintenance programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience drafting, negotiating, and executing complex government contracts, with deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS, risk mitigation strategies, and compliance requirements.

This position requires the ability to interpret and apply federal acquisition regulations, assess contractual risk, and ensure proper flow-down of prime contract obligations. Candidates should be adept at navigating complex contracting frameworks such as Supplier Statements of Work (SSOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), IDIQ contracts, and General Terms Agreements (GTAs).

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Formation & Negotiation
  • Draft, review, and negotiate subcontracts ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and prime contract requirements.
  • Identify and mitigate high-risk provisions; negotiate modifications or removals where appropriate.
  • Ensure alignment of subcontract terms with internal policies and legal standards.
• Government Contract Risk Analysis
  • Perform detailed pre-award risk assessments on bid proposals for government and military programs.
  • Provide legal and contractual guidance to internal teams to minimize exposure and ensure compliance.
  • Interpret prime contract requirements and advise on subcontractor obligations under federal regulations.
• Compliance & Process Integration
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulatory and internal standards.
  • Manage contract workflows in SAP Ariba, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
  • Initiate and oversee ERIM review processes and maintain documentation of approvals and escalations.
• Military Contracting Expertise
  • Act as subject matter expert on government and military contracting requirements for CDMA programs.
  • Resolve complex contractual issues with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of negotiated positions and compliance actions.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.