Contracts Principal

Contracts Principal

BryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense. We specialize in systems engineering, advanced analytics, R&D programs, and strategic advisory support. Our clients – including NASA, DoD, HHS, DHS, and other civil and national security agencies – rely on us to drive mission success and accelerate innovation.

BryceTech has been recognized in the Washington Technology Fast 50 ranking of top high-growth small businesses for five consecutive years and received a GovCon Contractor of the Year Award in 2025, underscoring our strong growth, competitive positioning, and excellence in federal contracting. With a proven track record of winning sought-after contracts, scaling high-performance teams, and executing on critical government missions, BryceTech presents a compelling opportunity for strategic partnerships in the GovCon space.

Job Description

BryceTech is looking for a Contract Manager to provide advisory & assistance services (A&AS) to support a major defense program, focusing on Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition life cycle planning and Space Force systems. This role involves contract negotiation, administration, compliance, and acquisition strategy execution to support SSC's mission in developing and sustaining space systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with DoD acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS), contract lifecycle management, and working within U.S. Space Force programs.

The Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SDACP) (SSC/SZ), Battle Management, Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) (SSC/BC) provides highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to meet current and projected DoD operational requirements. SSC/SZ-BC develops, integrates, tests, deploys, sustains, and supports operations for systems that meet strategic and tactical operational needs. This mission area requires personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist the client to execute source selections per FAR 9.505.-4
• Coordinate functional meeting requests
• Develop source selection documentation
• Review and draft proposal evaluations
• Support contract and subcontract management
• Assist client in execution contracting actions (i.e., advising on request for proposals, technical evaluations, etc.)
• Provide contracts guidance and determinations
• Advise on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving
• Advise and assist in the management of Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and with development and execution of acquisition strategies for follow-on efforts.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• BA/BS in Business, Finance, Contract Management, or a related field.

REQUIRED Experience:

• 10+ years' experience in all levels of management on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy and problem solving
• Working knowledge of SSC contracting regulations and procurement procedures
• Proficiency preparing contract files for review
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate between Government organizations and summarize information for presentations
• Experience working with Space Systems Command (SSC) or other Space Force organizations.
• Expertise in leading the development of contractual and pricing strategies and funding and expenditure profiles
• Experience providing general contract office support, including government taskers.

DESIRED Experience:

• NCMA Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), CFCM, or DAWIA Level II/III in Contracting.

Security Clearance:

• Active TS SCI Eligible

Additional Information

BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary starting at $105k/y.

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