Senior Contracts Leader - Acoustic Systems & Strategy

HEPCO Inc; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and health s

Health and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave and family‑forming

Job summary

HEPCO Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of contracts professionals supporting an Acoustic Systems portfolio. The role manages complex contract initiatives of strategic importance, directing negotiations, risk reviews, and proposal activities for both government and commercial customers.

The position requires a bachelor’s or graduate degree with extensive government contracting experience and an active U.S. Secret clearance, plus ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required.
• At least 6 years of experience with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS and a range of government and commercial contract types.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor contracts professionals.
• Oversee RFP reviews, risk assessments, proposals, contract negotiations, administration, and change management.
• Develop negotiation and contract strategies that address business objectives and mitigate risk.
• Resolve complex contractual issues during proposal development and contract execution.
• Serve as the primary contracts contact for internal teams and external customers.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Graduate degree in related field

Job description

HEPCO Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of contracts professionals supporting an Acoustic Systems portfolio. The role manages complex contract initiatives of strategic importance, directing negotiations, risk reviews, and proposal activities for both government and commercial customers.

The position requires a bachelor’s or graduate degree with extensive government contracting experience and an active U.S. Secret clearance, plus ability to travel as needed.