Senior Defense Contracts Leader — Signal Tech

Mercury Systems; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Systems is seeking a Principal Contracts Manager in Andover, MA to support our Signal Technology business unit. This role requires a deep understanding of DoD contracting and the ability to lead contract actions as a senior team contributor and proactive problem-solver.

The position involves negotiating complex agreements, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS, and advising program teams on contractual rights, risks, and IP protections. Travel is anticipated at up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Business, Management, or related field.
• 6+ years direct experience in Contract Administration/Business Management with DoD/Prime customers.
• Experience with USG, Prime and Commercial contracts; FAR/DFARS knowledge.
• Ability to obtain US Government Secret clearance; US Citizenship required.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts for Line of Business programs and projects.
• Review solicitations and prepare specialized responses with the proposal team; approve documents per T&Cs and FAR/DFARS.
• Draft/negotiates master agreements to protect company interests.
• Advise on contractual rights, IP, conflicts of interest, risks and mitigation.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and maintain contract data and deadlines.
• Enter contract data into databases; track compliance with other functions.
• Interface with Government contracting officials and prime contractors.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Legal, Finance, Pricing, PM, Capture, QA, Engineering.
• Interact with internal teams as required.

Skills

Contract management

Proposal support

Government contracting

FAR/DFARS

Security clearance

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Business/related

Tools

SAM

D&B

Exostar

Certs & Reps

Job description

Mercury Systems is seeking a Principal Contracts Manager in Andover, MA to support our Signal Technology business unit. This role requires a deep understanding of DoD contracting and the ability to lead contract actions as a senior team contributor and proactive problem-solver.

The position involves negotiating complex agreements, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS, and advising program teams on contractual rights, risks, and IP protections. Travel is anticipated at up to 10%.