Senior Specialist, Contracts

NSTXL (National Security Technology Accelerator); United States; Remote; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to national security and innovation as a Senior Specialist in Contracts. In this pivotal role, you will lead contract activities across a dynamic portfolio focused on emerging defense technologies. Your expertise will support the Department of Defense and project performers, ensuring compliance, managing risks, and driving successful project execution. This role offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams and make a significant impact in the defense sector. If you are passionate about innovation and have a strong background in contracts, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Structure

Wellness Plan

Mental Health Support

Professional Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of contracting experience in a defense-centric portfolio.
• Familiarity with FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Experience in contract negotiations and compliance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract activities throughout project lifecycle.
• Prepare and administer agreements compliant with regulations.
• Manage risk and ensure compliance across contract terms.

Skills

Contract Execution

Compliance Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Advanced Degree (Nice to Have)

Tools

Contract Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

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About NSTXL

The National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL) harvests innovative technology from the commercial and non-defense marketplace, transforming government innovation while decreasing costs compressing timelines, and improving outcomes. We offer a unique and simplified approach to rapidly develop, demonstrate, and assess prototypes that address a range of operational and installation needs, from individual Warfighter technology to large-scale installation projects. NSTXL supports the delivery of technology to the Department of Defense by serving as a one-stop shop to match government requirements with innovative private-sector and academic solutions.

About NSTXL

The National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL) harvests innovative technology from the commercial and non-defense marketplace, transforming government innovation while decreasing costs compressing timelines, and improving outcomes. We offer a unique and simplified approach to rapidly develop, demonstrate, and assess prototypes that address a range of operational and installation needs, from individual Warfighter technology to large-scale installation projects. NSTXL supports the delivery of technology to the Department of Defense by serving as a one-stop shop to match government requirements with innovative private-sector and academic solutions.

NSTXL is creating an ecosystem of innovators to collaborate and bring next generation technologies to the end-user. Currently, our OTAs have more than 900 corporate, non-profit, educational, and financial institution members. For these members, NSTXL offers opportunities to bid on government contracts, education and training, and live/virtual forums on a wide variety of topics.

Job Description

Are you a seasoned contracts professional with a passion for innovation and national defense? We're seeking a Senior Specialist, Contracts to lead contract activities across a dynamic portfolio of Other Transaction (OT)-based prototyping projects focused on emerging defense technologies.

In this pivotal role, you'll serve as the primary contracts expert for assigned projects, supporting both our Department of Defense (DoD) customers and project Performers through all phases of prototype development. You'll collaborate across departments—including program management, marketing, and finance—to manage risk, ensure compliance, and drive successful project execution.

What You'll Do

• Performs as the lead contracts specialist for assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develops, prepares, reviews, and administers agreements, to include all associated supporting documents and/or other memoranda, that are compliant with policies, regulations, and statutes. Provides reviewed, edited, and ‘ready-to-approve’ contractual actions or other documentation for internal consideration & approval (i.e., Senior Contracts Manager review).
• Supports, participates, and/or acts as lead moderator in moderate-to-highly complex contract negotiations with performers and/or customers, as assigned.
• Leads troubleshooting efforts to resolve contractual issues and elevates to management when appropriate.
• Reviews contract terms to identify potential risk and monitors for compliance issues at prime, performer and sub-performer tiers.
• Prepares high-quality documentation, correspondence, and presentations to support various actions.
• Examines supporting materials and agreement documents, conducts timely research, and shares findings with supervisor and/or team as applicable.
• Authors high-quality documentation and correspondence.
• In coordination with supervisor & team, performs as a primary liaison between the organization and performers/customers for assigned workload.
• Maintains accurate, thorough, and complete contract records to ensure compliance with contractual, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or other Advanced Degree in relevant field of study such as Business Administration.
• A minimum of 5+ years of prior relevant contracting experience.
• Possession of, or an ability to receive, SECRET-level clearance.
• Direct experience in contract execution, procurement, or acquisition in support of a defense-centric contracting portfolio.
• Working knowledge and practical experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and other relevant regulations and instructions.
• Experience executing projects and contracts from inception to completion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Competence in negotiating terms and resolving conflicts.
• Demonstrable mastery of contract-related communications & research.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition policy related to R&D efforts and/or other alternative contracting methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadline-driven tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, regulations, policies, and project requirements.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in contract documentation and management.
• Proficient with contract management software and tools, as well as general office software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Nice to Have

• DAWIIA Certification, NCMA Certification or equivalent certification.
• Direct experience with Other Transaction agreements (10 U.S. Code
• 4021 & 4022).
• Previous signature authority or Contracting Officer / Agreements Officer warrant.
• Knowledge and understanding of the FAR Source Selection Processes and/or Commercial Supplier Selection Processes.
  
  

Location

Remote

Travel

Travel for this position is estimated up to 10%

Come join the team that is helping to pave the way for innovative technology advancement!

What We Offer

We strive to be one of the best places to work in America. We offer competitive salaries and benefits that include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance – company pays 90% of premiums for individual coverage and 71% of premiums for family coverage!
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off: Paid sick leave, 11 floating holidays and generous PTO
• Other:
• Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid!
• Flexible & remote work structure
• Wellness plan
• Mental health support
• Community sponsorships
• Donation matching
• Professional development
  

If you need any form of accommodation for the interview process, please let us know at the time we contact you.

We take a geo-neutral approach to compensation within the US, meaning that we pay based on job function and level, not location. Currently we are only open to remote employees residing in the following states for this position: AL, IN, MO, NM, OR, TN, TX or WY.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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