Contracts Manager

About the role

Nightwing Contracts has a unique position for a Contracts Manager to support a diverse portfolio of contracts in the CODEX Business Unit. This role requires taking the lead in an environment that demands advanced contract negotiation skills along with program management and business development acumen. The role involves managing all pursuits and contracts with the CODEX DoW and Products portfolios, which includes customers in the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), and domestic commercial entities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation skills with an ability to deliver results while remaining directly accountable for overall contract performance. The candidate must be a self-starter, capable of developing and achieving organizational and program objectives, and must interface with all levels of internal management, including customer management.

Responsibilities

• Participate in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to enable proper contract acquisition.
• Provide support to senior management regarding contractual and business issues.
• Provide strategic leadership to develop innovative contracting solutions to meet program and business area objectives.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts/contract modifications to ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and public law requirements.
• Summarize contract issues, research compliance matters, interpret regulations, identify risks, and formulate recommendations.
• Act as the primary interface with customers during the proposal phase, negotiations, and contract performance.
• Negotiate sound business deals with customers and provide governance to the program team carrying out the terms and scope of the contract.
• Handle several assignments concurrently while maintaining schedule deadlines.
• Manage relationships with U.S. Government customers.
• Act as a key player in solving problems, developing solutions, and assisting the business to achieve financial and performance goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a related field with a BA/BS degree OR a total of 12 years of relatable experience in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for day one of employment.
• Must hold an active Top Secret clearance.
• Must be willing to work onsite to perform job duties.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, various types of contracts (e.g., Cost Reimbursement, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, etc.), NDAs, SOWs, Teaming Agreements, and other commercial agreements.
• Understanding of competitive procurements and ability to support the development and preparation of high-quality, complex proposals.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations and ability to apply them appropriately, with an understanding of standard Prime Contractor flow-down provisions.

Skills

• Desired: Leadership skills including strategic thinking, customer focus, performance and results orientation, innovation, and influential communication.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize actions in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with customers and internal partners based on understanding and trust.
• Proven record of responsiveness with strong time management and organization skills.
• Experience developing End User License Agreements (EULAs).
• Experience with Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs).
• Commercial contracting experience (FAR Part 12).
• Demonstrated understanding of cost structures, material estimates, development costs, performance requirements, delivery schedules, and terms and conditions for accuracy and completeness.

About Nightwing

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyberspace operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.