Director of Contracts

About The Role: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading software defense technology company, is seeking a Director of Contracts to be part of our Business Strategy team and based out of our Arlington, VA location.

The Director of Contracts is a strategic growth leader within IDT's Business Strategy organization, responsible for shaping the contractual frameworks that enable the company to operate as a rapid integrator within the DoD ecosystem. This role goes beyond traditional contract administration-serving as a strategic thinker who structures compliant, scalable prime and subcontract relationships that accelerate award, protect margin, allocate risk appropriately, and enable collaboration with both traditional defense contractors and non-traditional technology partners. The Director plays a central role in aligning contractual strategy with capture priorities, and long-term growth objectives. Clearance & Location Requirements:

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 3 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA location.

Department Business Strategy Employment Type Full Time Location Arlington, VA Address 4401 Wilson Boulevard Suite 810, Arlington, Virginia, 22203 Open in Google Maps Workplace type Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

IDT is seeking a Director of Contracts to serve as a leader for the Contracts and Subcontracts function and a key strategic partner in the growth and risk posture of the business. As a contracts subject matter expert, this role is responsible for negotiation, execution, and administration of contracts while proactively influencing enterprise-level decisions that impact revenue growth, competitive positioning, compliance posture, and risk allocation.

This leadership role oversees the full lifecycle of prime contracts and subcontracts-from RFP review and risk assessment through negotiation, execution, performance oversight, and closeout.

• Lead the development and execution of prime contract and subcontract negotiation strategies aligned with IDT's strategic growth plan and rapid integration objectives.
• Influence and facilitate strategic decision-making by advising leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risk posture, pricing structures, and negotiation positioning.
• Partner with Capture, Business Development, Pricing, and Program Leadership to structure compliant prime-sub relationships that accelerate award and execution.
• Architect subcontracting structures and teaming arrangements that enable collaboration with traditional defense primes, small businesses, and non-traditional technology partners.
• Led continuously refinement of well-established policies and processes, contracting framework, and documentation standards to ensure consistency, scalability, and audit readiness across the portfolio.
• Manage and oversee all prime contract and subcontract requirements to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and applicable flowdown requirements.
• Assess, identify, analyze, mitigate, and control contractual and subcontract risks and opportunities across the portfolio.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team of four Contracts and Subcontracts professionals.
• Ensure readiness for DCAA, DCMA, and customer audits, including subcontract compliance oversight.

Who You Are:

Who You Are (Required):

• Bachelor's degree in related major, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
• 15+ years of full-time experience in DOD contracts and / or subcontracts administration
• Demonstrated experience leading Contracts and/or Subcontracts teams in a management capacity.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
• Expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and federal subcontract flowdown requirements.
• Thorough understanding of procurement strategies, contract formation, complex negotiations, cost-type contracts, data rights, and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to structure strategic subcontracting arrangements that enable rapid integration of partners.
• Proven experience assessing and mitigating contractual and subcontract risk while identifying strategic opportunities.
• Strong ability to prioritize competing demands and manage deadlines in a fast-paced DoD environment.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and facilitate executive-level strategic decision-making.
• Strategic leadership aligned to enterprise growth objectives.
• Solution oriented mindset.
• Strong executive advisory and negotiation skills.
• High accountability to self and others.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Experience with Department of Navy contracts.
• Experience with cost-type completion and Technical Instruction contracts.
• Demonstrated experience across a diverse range of contract vehicles, including FAR-based contracts and OTAs.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint.

If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.

Job Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement: IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions. Apply Now