Contracts Specialist

Summary

Join Defense Unicorns' Contracts Management team as a Contract Specialist, collaborating with a dynamic team to provide comprehensive contract support. You will handle all phases of contract lifecycle management, from proposal development to closeout, for government and commercial clients. This role involves negotiating contract terms, managing contract compliance, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders. You will utilize strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills to ensure successful contract execution. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a fast-paced environment. Expected travel is minimal (0-10%).

Responsibilities

• Proposal development
• Contract preparation, negotiation, administration and close-out
• Contract compliance
• Contract pricing
• Pre-award negotiation of contract terms
• Assist in pricing efforts and develop estimates in support of project scoping
• Draft, review and negotiate NDAs, teaming agreements, and similar agreements
• Execute contract modifications, amendments, and extensions in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with clients and other segments of the organization, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction with contract execution
• Develop agreement language and templates as necessary
• Take initiative and be proactive with self-starting projects or taskings
• Understand obligations of contracts and act as advisor to company regarding contractual terms and conditions
• Utilize analytical skills, negotiation experience, and written communication to effectively perform job duties
• Oversee and manage the administration of contracts from the point of award through contract closure
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of all contract-related documents and correspondence

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in contracting (can be industry or government)
• Strong understanding of contract management principles
• Well experienced in both pre-award and post-award activities
• Excellent negotiation, communication (verbal and written), and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with estimating and price analysis
• Proven track record of taking initiative and being proactive
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working in a remote work environment
• Knowledge or experience with non-traditional Government contract vehicles, such as SBIR/STTR programs, GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS), Tradewinds solicitations, and other innovative or OTA-based contracting paths
• Experience with commercial software licensing models, including subscription-based (e.g., SaaS), enterprise licensing, or dual-use technology offerings tailored for both public and private sector customers

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Premiums are 100% Company Paid
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Company Stock Options
• Home Office Budget
• Unlimited paid time off, with a mandatory 10 days off on top of 11 federal government holidays, week of Thanksgiving, last two weeks of December (including New Year’s Day)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Reimbursement for approved trainings/subscriptions
• Conferences (travel, lodging, and fees)