Contracts Manager

HavocAI

Contracts Manager responsible for full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts at defense tech firm. Collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $135,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full contract lifecycle from proposal support through award, execution, modification, and closeout.
Draft, review, negotiate, and administer government and commercial contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and other contractual documents.
Interpret and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and customer-specific contractual requirements.
Partner with Business Development and Capture teams to review solicitations, identify contractual risks, and support proposal submissions.
Advise Program Managers and functional leaders on contractual obligations, deliverables, changes, and compliance requirements.
Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, and Engineering to resolve contractual issues and negotiate favorable business terms.
Maintain contract records, reporting, and internal controls to support audits and regulatory compliance.
Develop and improve scalable contract management processes to support company growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, Law, or a related field.
7+ years of experience managing government contracts within the defense, aerospace, or federal technology sectors.
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and common U.S. Government contract types, including FFP, CPFF, T&M, and IDIQ contracts.
Experience supporting proposal development, contract negotiations, and program execution.
Excellent negotiation, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Experience with OTAs, SBIR/STTR programs, export controls, including ITAR/EAR, and DCAA-compliant environments is preferred.
NCMA certification, such as CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM, is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% Employer paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your families
Life Insurance (Employer Paid)
Ability to participate in the companies 401k program (Matching)
Unlimited PTO policy with an enforced 2 week minimum
Equity Package
Work / Home Office Stipend
Global Entry
16 Week Paid Parental Leave
Monthly Health and Wellness Stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

Contract Lifecycle ManagementContract DraftingContract AdministrationRisk IdentificationRegulatory ComplianceProposal SupportContract Types KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsMulti-Priority Management

Certifications

NCMA CertificationCPCMCFCMCCCM