Government Contracts Senior Manager

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions-always striving to do the right thing. Kratos has an exciting, hybrid opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO for a Government Contracts Senior Manager who assists in preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of Government contracts/subcontracts. Reviews and approves contractual documents for protection of company's contractual posture, satisfaction of Government specifications and requirements, and adherence to company policy. Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of T&Cs. Serves as the customer point of contact for all contractual matters during all phases of contract formation and administration to include legal requirements, contract terms, intellectual property and data rights, customer specifications, and government regulations.

• Responsible for management and administration of contracts and ensures compliance with corporate policies and FAR and DFAR and other applicable laws and regulations, as well as overseeing the administration of all customer, subcontractors, vendors, and strategic partner contracts.
• Evaluates contracts for conformance with company policies, practices, and standards to meet business objectives and to ensure compliance with customer specifications and government regulations.
• Review and negotiate terms and conditions proposals, contracts, modifications, and other types of agreements (non-disclosure and teaming agreements, memorandums of understanding, etc.).
• Provide active, creative, and business oriented solutions as part of reviewing solicitations, statement of works, schedules, and deliverables.
• Assist in the evaluation of organizational conflict of interest (OCI) issues and prepare mitigation strategies as necessary.
• Makes decisions on wide ranging contract actions that are not well defined or lack precedence.
• Provide guidance on contract matters to project managers or other operational staff, including training new project managers and other employees in contracting practices and procedures.
• Perform basic administration of contracts/subcontracts such as execute contract processing, assist with project set-up, review invoices, monitor cost and schedule, and closeout.
• Manage centralized file storage and documentation system for all contract-related materials.
• Establish and maintain excellent customer relations both internally and externally.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills

• 5 - 7 years minimum Government Contract or related experience
• BA/BS degree with Contract Administration Experience to include SBIR phase III

Preferred Skills and Experience

• SharePoint experience
• Costpoint experience
• TS/SCI Security Clearance

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The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $132,000-$172,000

Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings-from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement