Contracts Manager

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Serve as a contractual business advisor to line leadership and functional teams on contract and proposal matters .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeVirginia Beach • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $131,604 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management, compliance, and negotiation, with a strong understanding of government contracting regulations and practices. Proficient in using Unison Contract Lifecycle Management software to manage contract documentation and support proposal efforts.

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Contract ManagementNegotiation SkillsGovernment Contracting ExperienceFAR/DFARS KnowledgeUnison Contract Lifecycle Management

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationRisk Mitigation StrategiesCompliance VerificationProposal AnalysisCost Proposal DevelopmentFirm-Fixed-Price ContractsOther Transaction AgreementsCommercial Solutions OpeningsContract Documentation ManagementCost Narrative Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMentoringTeam CollaborationTask Management

Tools & Technologies

Unison Contract Lifecycle Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingDepartment of Energy ContractsInternational ContractingFARDFARSUniform Commercial Code

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a contractual business advisor to line leadership and functional teams on contract and proposal matters
Identify contractual risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including required reporting
Verify contracts, proposals, and related work products comply with HII and Mission Technologies Contracts Department policies and processes
Ensure contract files contain proper documentation supporting compliance
Negotiate terms and conditions for contracts, cost proposals, NDAs, and teaming agreements
Analyze RFPs to determine contractual requirements and support compliant, responsive, and competitive submissions
Follow corporate policies and procedures to obtain necessary approvals
Develop proficiency with Unison Contract Lifecycle Management software
Manage cradle-to-grave contract documentation within the system
Communicate with internal teams and external customers verbally and in writing
Mentor junior team members and prepare to assume supervisory responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelor's in related field; or 6 years relevant progressive experience with Master's in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Previous experience managing contracts, subcontracts, and/or pricing professionals strongly preferred
Experience with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts, Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), and Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs)
Experience with commercial, Department of Energy (DOE), and international contracting
Ten or more years of government contracting experience preferred
Strong working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)
Experience supporting large proposal efforts, including development and management of cost narratives
Required travel of 0–10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Strong health coverage
Company-matched retirement savings
Paid time off
10 paid federal holidays
Medical, dental, and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Competitive benefits
Educational and training programs for continual career growth
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may be offered for qualified positions