Contracts Manager

Company Description

At System High, we Burn Blue.
That is more than a motto. It is our mindset.

To Burn Blue means showing up every day with integrity, excellence, and purpose. We hold ourselves to the highest standards because the mission, the nation, and our teammates depend on it. We lead with expertise, take ownership of our work, and stay a step ahead in everything we do.

Our people are trusted and empowered to make smart decisions, move with urgency, and deliver outcomes that matter. Our customers rely on us because we bring relentless commitment and a deep sense of responsibility to every challenge.

If you are driven to make a real impact and serve something greater than yourself, you will feel at home here.

Job Description

System High is a mission-focused company dedicated to protecting the most sensitive national security programs and technologies. From advanced R&D to classified operations, we provide proactive protection throughout the lifecycle of our customers' missions.

We are growing our team and looking to bring on a Contracts Manager who understands the real-world impact of getting the details right. This role is ideal for someone who is fluent in FAR/DFARS, experienced in supporting complex government contracts and proposals, and motivated to contribute to a team where contracts are strategic and mission-critical, not just administrative.

What You'll Do

As a Contracts Manager at System High, you will manage a portfolio of U.S. government contracts from pre-award to closeout. You will:

• Lead the review, negotiation, and management of government and commercial contracts, subcontracts, and modifications (FFP, CPFF, T&M, IDIQs)
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific regulations while advising internal stakeholders on contractual risk and mitigation
• Partner with Business Development to support proposal development, including pricing strategy, NDAs, and Teaming Agreements
• Maintain complete, audit-ready contract files and ensure all contract deliverables are met
• Support internal coordination across Security, Finance, Program Management, and Legal to align contract terms with execution needs
• Oversee contract administration activities including funding tracking, deliverables, and closeouts

What You'll Accomplish in Your First Six Months

• Take ownership of a portfolio of active DoD and IC contracts, leading reviews, any active negotiations, managing execution risks and success from a contracts lens and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS
• Partner cross-functionally with BD, Finance, Security, and PMs to support proposals, streamline processes, and improve contract execution
• Identify and implement at least one improvement to a contract management process to increase efficiency or reduce risk

Qualifications

Must Haves:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in government contract management
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements
• Experience supporting a variety of contract types including FFP, Cost Plus with varying Incentive Fee structures (AF, FF, IF), T&M, and IDIQs
• Demonstrated success in proposal development, contract negotiation and advising internal teams
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across departments along with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Nice to Haves:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
• Experience supporting classified programs or cleared environments
• Familiarity with export control regulations (ITAR, EAR)
• Prior experience working with contract management systems or compliance tools
• Experience with contract audits and closeouts (DCAA, DCMA)
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Government, or a related field

Additional Information

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system, please contact Ridgeline's Talent Management Department at (703) 544-2424 or contact us through e-mail at contact_us@ridgelineintl.com

This job description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities of the role but is not an exhaustive list of all duties required. Additional tasks, responsibilities, and assignments may be necessary based on business needs.

In compliance with federal law, all new hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification documentation upon hire.

System High is a military-friendly employer. Our extensive work supporting the U.S. government provides veterans with an opportunity to continue serving their country in a new and meaningful way while building a successful civilian career.

System High Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and consider candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.