nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. · 1 week ago
Senior Government Contracts Manager
Camas, WA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $190K/yr
8+ years expnLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for various applications. The Senior Government Contracts Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of contract management throughout the lifecycle stages, including proposal preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts, while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Review draft US Government contracts provided by the USG customer or prime contractor customers, applying various US Government contract types (CPFF, FFP, CPIF, IDIQ, T&M, OTA, etc.)
Review key issues and terms with internal stakeholders and draft redlines accordingly
Negotiate terms and conditions with the customer and coordinate the same
Recommend courses of action and negotiation approaches to internal functions
Support program/project level contract deliverable obligations with tracking, communication, and deliveries. Administer contracts through all lifecycle stages from proposal through contract close-out
Support program/project level contract deliverable obligations with tracking, communication, and deliveries. Administer contracts through all lifecycle stages
Support proposals with guidance in communicating within acquisition rules and submitting the proposals through official channels
Ensure contract records are accurate and well-maintained
Provide advice and guidance to internal teams supporting contract efforts
Track and provide clear, timely status to functional owners including management team
Coordinate NDA completion. After initial review, coordinate with team members to review revisions to nLIGHT NDAs or NDA forms initiated by other entities
Identify opportunities to improve business processes and devise plans/recommendations to implement these changes, coordinating with others as appropriate
Assist and/or perform in any and all areas as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or comparable experience
8-10 years of experience in US government contract support or contract leadership roles, with at least 4 years of experience as a contracts manager working for a defense contractor
Expert level understanding of the federal acquisition process, government contracting principles, requirements, and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Defense Acquisition Regulations (DFARs)
Demonstrated advanced proposal development, document drafting, critical thinking and negotiation skills
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and to develop and maintain positive working relationships with both internal functions and external entities
Significant experience reviewing and understanding contract terms, redlining, and successfully negotiating key terms and conditions
Experience and knowledge of intellectual property considerations in US Government contracting
Possess superior organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts across various programs/projects with key deadlines
High level of proficiency in MS Office applications and tools
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excel in individual and collaborative work assignments, with focus on solutions-oriented mindset and promoting a collaborative work environment
Able to effectively manage schedule and priorities to meet deadlines and provide timely support
All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. Government Security Clearance
Benefits
Target Cash Bonus of 5%-8% of earned wages
Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
10 paid Holidays
Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Aflac Supplemental Insurance
Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
Tuition Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Company
nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc.
nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase