Principal Specialist, Contracts

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. Lead new pursuits and proposals .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management, negotiation, and execution within the defense sector, ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while driving successful program outcomes.

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Contract ManagementProposal DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsFAR/DFARS ComplianceRisk Mitigation

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Hard Skills

Contracts NegotiationProgram ManagementBusiness ManagementFinancial AnalysisContract AdministrationRFPsRFQsIntellectual Property ManagementRisk QuantificationSupply Chain Processes

Soft Skills

Customer Relationship ManagementCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Naval PowerNaval Air MissilesFederal Acquisition RegulationsDefense Federal Acquisition Regulation SupplementContractual IssuesDomestic ContractsFMS ContractsSubcontractor Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead new pursuits and proposals
Lead contract execution efforts for a critical Naval Power, Naval Air Missiles program
Support strategic solutions and provide recommendations for proposal, negotiation, and execution issues
Drive on-time proposal delivery and current contract execution
Develop and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships
Work with Portfolio Directors, Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Finance, and Supply Chain to manage successful contract execution
Identify, mitigate, and resolve contractual issues
Ensure negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies
Provide guidance on contractual and business issues, rights and obligations, and contractual and programmatic risk mitigation
Establish and maintain effective customer and internal partner relationships
Interface with customers regarding correspondence, contractual changes, and contractual issues
Manage contracts and engage directly with program leadership
Support development and production contracts for domestic, FMS, and subcontractor requirements
Participate in business management reviews, including quarterly EAC reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day 1
Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience
Experience related to contracts management, program management, business management, finance and/or supply chain processes and procurement
Experience with contracts, terms and conditions, RFPs, RFQs, FAR, DFARS or similar contracts experience
Experience with contracts negotiations, execution and administration of various contract aspects
Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements
Experience applying analysis and critical thinking for complex problem solving
Understanding of financial aspects of contracts and risk quantification
Experience with Intellectual Property, license agreements, or teaming agreements
Advanced degrees related, such as MBA, JD, Law Degree, or Master of Science in Finance, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Retirement benefits
Work/life benefits
Parental and paternal leave
Flexible work schedules
Achievement awards
Educational assistance
Child/adult backup care
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (eligibility dependent on position and collective-bargaining coverage)