Contracts Manager (D)

Company: ARKA Group, LP
Location: Danbury
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Position Overview:We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our team. In this position, you will be responsible for performing full life-cycle Contract Management for a portfolio of high value contracts. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to grow and hone your skills with other talented members at ARKA.Our ideal candidate would be an exceptional and experienced Contracts Manager. We are looking for a candidate that is thoughtful and team-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills, possesses a high level of creativity, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies. We also seek out individuals that are clear communicators and support their teammates with a sense of positivity and open-mindedness.This position is located on site in our Danbury, CT facility.We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.Responsibilities:

• Contract lifecycle management from pursuit, bid, proposals, negotiations, award, execution and closeout
• Review, analyze and conduct risk assessment of contract terms and conditions and develop negotiation plans
• Review and negotiate NDAs PIAs and other business agreements
• Direct interface and coordination with U.S. Government Contracting Officers, prime contractor procurement representatives, and other customer personnel to establish and maintain business relationships, facilitate discussions, engage in negotiations and serve as a liaison
• Assess and advise company personnel on the FAR, DFARS, and other agency supplements (NASA, DOE, etc.) and commercial contract terms and conditions
• Provide contract advice to and work with various functional areas (i.e. Legal, Business Development, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain etc.).
• Identify, review and address contract formation, interpretation and administration issues
• Work with the International Trade Compliance (ITC) Department, and others, to ensure strict compliance with applicable Import/Export Laws as required
• Support Contract data input/entry into SAP
• Support internal and external audits
• Travel up to 10%Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
  • Strong working knowledge of all phases of contracting lifecycle - pursuit, bid, proposals, negotiations, award, execution, and closeout
  • Strong working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations
  • Experience with identifying, reviewing, and addressing contract formation, interpretation and administration issues
  • Experience working with FFP, CP, and T&M contract types
  • Experience negotiating U.S. Government (as a prime and sub) and commercial contracts and other agreements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products as well as business systems (i.e., SAP)
  • Possess excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with various functional groups at all levels, both internal and external
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearancePreferred Qualifications:
    • Experience working with other agency FAR supplements (DOE, NASA, etc.)
    • Experience with FPIF/ CPAF/CPIF/CPFF and hybrid contract types
    • Demonstrated experience working both directly with the U.S. Government acquisition organizations as well as a supplier to the major aerospace prime contractors
    • Working knowledge of DPAS and Export Regulations
    • Active U.S. Government security clearance
    • BA/BS degree in relevant fieldITC & Security Clearance Requirements:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance.U.S. citizenship in support of contract requirements. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the U.S. and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.Visa Restrictions:No visa sponsorship is available for this position.Pre-employment Screenings:Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:ARKA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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