Senior Federal Contracts Manager – DoD & OTA Expert

Saronic Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch

Unlimited snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to own the full lifecycle of DoD and federal contracts. You will collaborate with Programs, Finance, Legal, Proposals, and Growth to ensure compliant, risk-aware execution.

You will interpret regulations, negotiate terms, and advise leadership on strategy and pricing while interfacing with government customers. Occasional travel to customer sites and offices is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of contract management experience in defense/federal contracting.
• Proven knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal acquisition regulations; strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to review cost/price proposals, monitor performance, and manage risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full contract lifecycle for DoD/federal contracts: pre-award, negotiation, award, modifications, performance monitoring, close-out.
• Interpret and negotiate complex terms and conditions with OTA, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Provide strategic contract advice and risk mitigation to program leadership and BD teams.
• Serve as primary interface with government customers and Contracting Officers.
• Monitor performance, cost and schedule, changes, invoices, and acceptance criteria.

Skills

Contract management

DoD contracts

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s or MBA a plus

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to own the full lifecycle of DoD and federal contracts. You will collaborate with Programs, Finance, Legal, Proposals, and Growth to ensure compliant, risk-aware execution.

You will interpret regulations, negotiate terms, and advise leadership on strategy and pricing while interfacing with government customers. Occasional travel to customer sites and offices is required.