Saronic Technologies

Defense

ContractsManager

$115–165k ~AI est. Arlington, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Contracts Manager at Saronic Technologies. Skills: Contract management, Federal acquisition regulations, DoD contracts. Manage contracts supporting shipbuilding programs. Manage contracts supporting naval platform integration”

Industry & Context.

Defense
Problems you'll solve

Analytical acumen; Financial acumen

Eligibility Requirements

Occasional travel, Requires U.S. Person status

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years contract management experience, Bachelor’s degree in related field, Working knowledge of contract types, Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, Proven track-record of contract negotiation, Proven track-record of contract administration, Proven track-record of contract modification, Proven track-record of contract close-out, Multi-year DoD/federal contracts experience, Robust knowledge of data rights, Robust knowledge of intellectual property issues, Analytical acumen, Financial acumen, Ability to review cost/price proposals, Ability to review change orders, Ability to assess risk, Ability to monitor contract performance, Excellent verbal communication skills, Excellent written communication skills, Ability to interface with senior leadership, Ability to interface with government officials, Ability to interface with subcontractors, Ability to interface with internal teams, Ability to manage multiple complex contracts, Ability to drive results

Nice to Have

Master's degree a plus, MBA a plus, Experience supporting shipbuilding programs, Experience supporting maritime systems programs, Experience supporting undersea vehicle programs, Experience supporting surface vehicle programs, Experience supporting unmanned vehicle programs, Familiarity contracting naval platform development, Familiarity contracting naval platform production

What You'll Do.

Manage contracts supporting shipbuilding programs

Manage contracts supporting naval platform integration

Manage contracts supporting maritime systems development

Manage contracts supporting maritime systems production

Lead full contract lifecycle

Manage full contract lifecycle

Manage contract awards

Manage contract modifications

Monitor contract performance

Manage contract close-out

Interpret contract terms

Review contract terms

Negotiate contract terms

Interpret contract conditions

Review contract conditions

Negotiate contract conditions

Provide strategic contract advice

Provide risk mitigation guidance

Ensure contract terms align with strategy

Ensure contract terms align with objectives

Ensure contract terms align with obligations

Serve as primary interface with government customers

Serve as primary interface with Contracting Officers

Serve as primary interface with Agreement Officers

Monitor contract compliance

Track contract deliverables

Track contract milestones

Track cost performance

Track schedule performance

Identify noncompliance

Escalate noncompliance

Assist in business development

Support capture teams

Provide contract strategy

Provide pricing considerations

Review proposal terms

Review proposal conditions

Maintain awareness of procurement regulation changes

Recommend updates to contracting policies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal stakeholders; External counterparts; Program leadership; BD teams; Government customers; Internal teams

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. JOB OVERVIEW As a Contracts Manager at Saronic, you will be responsible for the management and oversight of DoD and federal contracts. You will partner closely with internal stakeholders (Programs, Finance, Legal, Proposals, Growth) and external counterparts to ensure compliant, and risk-aware contract execution. You will manage a portfolio of contracts, lead contracting strategy, interpret regulatory requirements, and drive best practices across the contract lifecycle. This position requires occasional travel to customer sites and various Saronic offices. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting shipbuilding, maritime systems, or undersea/surface/unmanned vehicle programs, with familiarity contracting in naval platform development and production environments. RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage contracts supporting shipbuilding programs, naval platform integration, or undersea/surface/unmanned maritime systems development and production. - Lead and manage the full contract lifecycle for DoD/federal contracts including: pre-award review (solicitation, RFPs), negotiation, award, modifications, performance monitoring, and close-out. - Interpret, review, and negotiate complex contract terms and conditions with a strong understanding of Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), FAR, DFARS and other federal procurement regulations. - Provide strategic contract advice and risk mitigation guidance to program leadership and BD teams-- ensuring contract terms align with corporate strategy, financial objectives, and compliance obligations. - Serve as the primary interface with government customers and Contracting/Agreement Officers. - Monitor contract performance and compliance: track contract deliverables, milestones, cost and schedule performance, change orders, invoices and acceptance

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