Manager, Contracts

About NSTXL

The National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL) harvests innovative technology from the commercial and non-defense marketplace, transforming government innovation while decreasing costs compressing timelines, and improving outcomes. We offer a unique and simplified approach to rapidly develop, demonstrate, and assess prototypes that address a range of operational and installation needs, from individual Warfighter technology to large-scale installation projects. NSTXL supports the delivery of technology to the Department of Defense by serving as a one-stop shop to match government requirements with innovative private-sector and academic solutions.

NSTXL is creating an ecosystem of innovators to collaborate and bring next generation technologies to the end-user. Currently, our OTAs have more than 900 corporate, non-profit, educational, and financial institution members. For these members, NSTXL offers opportunities to bid on government contracts, education and training, and live/virtual forums on a wide variety of topics.

Job Description

NSTXL is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee an assigned portfolio of Other Transaction-based projects focused on prototyping emerging technologies for defense applications. Reporting to the respective Senior Contracts Manager, the selected Manager will be responsible for an array of tasks in support of Hub project and our Department of Defense customers. This role requires a strong contracting skillset combined with customer service & problem-solving skills.

The scope of taskings will primarily include documentation drafting; post-award contracting support; and innovating business processes. The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrable understanding of Government contracts, have direct experience supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition lifecycle, possess superior attention to detail, and enjoy working in a mission-driven, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• A Subject Matter Expert on complex technical and business matters that can influence the acquisition life cycle of R&D projects.
• Performs as a primary liaison between NSTXL and performers/customers to manage assigned portfolio and associated projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supports proposal development, and prepares, reviews, approves, and administers contracts that comply with company policies, legal requirements, and federal contracting policies, regulations, and statues.
• Independently supports, participates, and/or acts as lead moderator, in moderately complex-to-highly complex contract negotiations with performers or customers.
• Reviews contract terms to identify potential risk for all parties and monitors for compliance issues at prime, performer, and sub-performer tiers.
• Engages, informs, and collaborates with other internal stakeholders and customers to provide training, tailor strategies and services in support of customer missions. 
• Provides prompt troubleshooting and well-supported recommendations to resolve issues and monitors implementation of selected resolution.
• Independently prepares high-quality documentation, correspondence, and/or presentations to support various actions as appropriate.
• Examines support materials and agreement documents, promptly conducts or delegates research, and subsequently issues authoritative guidance.
• Maintains accurate, thorough, and complete contract records used to ensure compliance with contractual, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and inform supervisory chain of relevant topics and/or issues of concerns regarding portfolio
• Provide oversight, assistance, and support to their team members.
• Holds signature authority and is responsible for reviewing, executing, and approving actions up to their delegated approval threshold as assigned.

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree or other Advanced Degree in relevant field of study such as Business Administration.
• A minimum of 7+ years of prior relevant contracting experience.
• Possession of, or an ability to receive, SECRET-level clearance.
• Direct experience in contract management, procurement, or acquisition in support of a defense-centric contracting portfolio.
• Deep understanding and practical experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and