Program Manager

Ampcus, Inc; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ampcus, Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a seasoned Contracts Specialist to lead subcontracts under U.S. Government prime contracts for CDMA maintenance programs.

The role requires drafting, negotiating, and executing government contracts with a strong focus on FAR/DFARS compliance, risk mitigation, and flow-down of obligations. Experience with SSOW, PWS, IDIQs, and GTAs is essential.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Perform detailed pre-award risk assessments on 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Legal analysis

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree

Tools

SAP Ariba

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Program Manager

Location(s): Atlanta, GA

Description

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.

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.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.