Senior Contracts Manager, Land Systems — Govt & OTAs

Hanwha Defense USA, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Defense USA, Inc. seeks a Manager of Contracts to lead contracting for its Land Systems Division.

The incumbent will oversee a portfolio of government and commercial awards, negotiate with Army contracting activities, supervise contracts staff, and help build contracts infrastructure within a fast-growing, security-conscious environment. This on-site role is based in Arlington, VA, with travel required domestically and internationally to advance program capture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, law, public administration or related field.
• 10+ years of government contracts experience, including 3+ years in supervision.
• Proven success negotiating high‑value government awards.
• Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR and related regulatory regimes.
• Experience with Other Transaction Agreements and non‑FAR instruments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Direct the full contract lifecycle, from planning to closeout, for production, development, engineering and services contracts.
• Draft and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and exclusivity arrangements.
• Review solicitations and proposed awards; identify risk and negotiation positions.
• Manage performance and resolve disputes on assigned contracts and programs.
• Lead OTAs and non‑FAR instruments administration, preserving eligibility for transition.
• Lead proposal activities, including analysis, pricing, and coordination of volumes; assist in cost/price reviews.
• Coordinate with export compliance on ITAR licensing and data controls.
• Recruit, develop, and evaluate contracts staff and drive divisional initiatives.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

J.D. or MBA

Tools

FAR/DFARS knowledge

ITAR licensing

Job description

Hanwha Defense USA, Inc. seeks a Manager of Contracts to lead contracting for its Land Systems Division.

The incumbent will oversee a portfolio of government and commercial awards, negotiate with Army contracting activities, supervise contracts staff, and help build contracts infrastructure within a fast-growing, security-conscious environment. This on-site role is based in Arlington, VA, with travel required domestically and internationally to advance program capture.