Senior Government Contracts Lead: Negotiation & Compliance

mercurysystemscareers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Systems in Huntsville, AL seeks a Principal Contracts Manager to lead government contracts, assess risk, and drive negotiations across programs in the Signal Technology Business Unit.

The role requires strong writing, interfacing with government officials, and extensive FAR/DFARS experience, with travel up to 10%. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 6 years of directly related experience in contract administration/government defense contracting.
• Experience with USG, prime and commercial contracts.
• Experience with standard defense contract types (CR, CPFF, CPIF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ).
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, Part 12 and Part 15 contracting.
• Must be able to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Manage program and project contracts for Line of Business.
• Review solicitations and prepare responses with proposal team; approve contractual documents.
• Draft/review/ negotiate master agreements protecting company interests.
• Advise on contractual rights, IP protections, COI and risk mitigation.
• Interface with Government contracting officials and internal teams.
• Maintain contract data and ensure compliance across functions.

Skills

Contract management

USG contracting

Negotiation

Risk analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management

Tools

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Job description

Mercury Systems in Huntsville, AL seeks a Principal Contracts Manager to lead government contracts, assess risk, and drive negotiations across programs in the Signal Technology Business Unit.

The role requires strong writing, interfacing with government officials, and extensive FAR/DFARS experience, with travel up to 10%. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are required.