Senior Advanced Contracts Specialist

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Himalayas

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Fully remote

US state

Nationwide remote

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Administrative

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Posted

15 hours ago

Closes

11/17/2026

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About the role

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position Overview:A Contracts Specialist is responsible for supporting the management of the company's contractual agreements with customers, in the drafting, negotiation, and execution of contracts, as well as ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions. The Contracts Specialist also maintains accurate contract records and databases and assists in identifying and mitigating any contract-related risks. Additionally, this role requires strong communication and organizational skills, as the Contracts Specialist will work closely with program managers, legal teams, and customers to ensure that all contractual obligations are met. Key Responsibilities:• Acts as focal point for all contractual communications and commitments to customers or subcontractors.• Advises and supports business team on issues/developments relative to assigned contracts or subcontracts.• Negotiates contracts or subcontracts within business goals and documents substance of discussions, agreements, and results.• Participates as a key member of the proposal or program team to address contract or subcontract requirements.• Monitors contract or subcontract performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action.• Manages contract or subcontract change process and collaborates with the Program Manager, including Program Manager - Subcontracts, Engineering, Finance, and other disciplines to mitigate performance risk.• Monitors program performance for scope changes and takes appropriate action.• Provides domain expertise in contract or subcontract management.• Provides leadership, subject matter expertise, and innovative recommendations to new or unusual contracting, subcontracting, or programmatic issues.• Executes engagements with customers or subcontractors consistent with policies.• Supports an overall understanding of the Contracts Department operations and GDMS enterprise objectives.• Reviews or supports reviews of subcontractor proposals, including management of the source selection process by participating with the proposal evaluation team in fact-finding, technical evaluation, and cost or price analysis.• Builds customer or subcontractor relationships and knows customer or subcontractor needs and issues.• Collaborates with the Capture/Proposal/Program Manager, including Program Manager - Subcontracts, to support overall contract or subcontract performance, which may include preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal documentation. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:• Strong knowledge of applicable federal regulations (FAR/DFARS) and experience with prime contractors or subcontractors across various contract types.• Possesses strong experience reviewing and analyzing contract or subcontract documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and other provisions.• Strong understanding of contract or subcontract management principles.• Strong analytical/critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and research skills.• Strong negotiation skills for contracts or subcontracts of moderate to high risk/complexity.• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to prioritize/reprioritize with changing goals.• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels.• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) to support effective communication

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