Manager

Senior Contracts ManagerLocation: Western MassachusettsOur client is seeking an experienced Manager to lead our Contracts organization supporting a growing product line. This is a high-visibility role for a recognized contracts expert who will manage large, complex programs of strategic importance.What You'll DoLead a team of contracts professionals, providing guidance and strategic direction across the full contract lifecycle — RFP review, risk assessment, proposal preparation, negotiation, and administration. Drive complex negotiation strategies to mitigate risk, resolve high-stakes contracting issues, and serve as the primary contracts point of contact, internally and externally.What You'll NeedBachelor's degree + 9 years of Contracts, Subcontracts or Acquisitions experience, Graduate degree + 7 years, or 13 years in lieu of a degree6+ years working in the defense and space sector (or similar) with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS across varied contract types (CPFF, FFP, IDIQ, etc.)Active Secret clearanceAbility to travel as neededNice to HaveGovernment and commercial negotiation experience (FAR Part 15), NCMA certification (CFCM/CPCM/CCCM), and a track record mentoring junior staff.