Senior DoD Contracts Lead — Strategy & Compliance

Wallach Search Group; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The Ed Wallach Search Group in Concord, MA seeks a Principal Contracts Administrator to own a government and commercial contract portfolio, leading from proposal through closeout. This senior role requires deep DoD contracting expertise, complex negotiations, and strong regulatory compliance within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial tech environment.

You will partner with program managers to shape contractual strategy, manage risk, and drive program success across diverse government programs, OTAs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related discipline with 10+ years of DoD/government contract experience.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR/DFARS, OTAs, data rights, and IP considerations.
• Experience developing and managing complex government contract cost proposals.
• Strong understanding of the government competitive proposal and acquisition process.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel modeling skills; proficient with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle contract management across government contracts, OTAs, and subcontracts from proposal to closeout.
• Develop and review complex government and prime cost proposals using advanced Excel modeling.
• Negotiate contracts, modifications, and terms to protect company interests and support program execution.
• Draft and negotiate NDAs, Teaming Agreements, License Agreements, and other instruments.
• Guide program managers on contractual requirements, project structures, and compliance.
• Advise leadership on contractual risks and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, data rights, and IP requirements; support audits and closeout.
• Collaborate with purchasing and supply chain to ensure subcontract compliance.
• Research government regulations and provide practical guidance to stakeholders.
• Assist export compliance activities and potentially serve as Export Compliance Officer.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Contract negotiation

Cost proposal development

Risk assessment

Excel modeling

Communication skills

Project prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

The Ed Wallach Search Group in Concord, MA seeks a Principal Contracts Administrator to own a government and commercial contract portfolio, leading from proposal through closeout. This senior role requires deep DoD contracting expertise, complex negotiations, and strong regulatory compliance within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial tech environment.

You will partner with program managers to shape contractual strategy, manage risk, and drive program success across diverse government programs, OTAs,