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Global, a 1st Flagship Company

Senior Contracts Manager

irvine, CA

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Job description

Overview

Senior Contracts Manager role at Global, a 1st Flagship Company. This position leads the full lifecycle of contracts—from proposal strategy through award, execution, compliance, and closeout—with DoD contracts in a fast-paced environment. This is a high-impact, senior-level role for a hands-on contract professional who thrives in a mission-driven federal contractor setting and is passionate about compliance, risk management, and business growth.

Are you a seasoned contracts leader ready to make a direct impact at a mission-driven federal contractor? This position leads the full lifecycle of contracts—from proposal strategy through award, execution, compliance, and closeout—with a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.

Hybrid position requiring 2-3 days in office and about 20% travel.

What You'll Do:

Contract Management & Compliance

Analyze and interpret FAR, DFARS, SCLS, NMCARS regulations, and ensure compliance across all projects.

Manage contract changes, modifications, REAs, and maintain complete audit-ready files.

Collaborate with project teams to fulfill contract obligations, milestones, and CDRLs.

Oversee CPARS management and contract closeout activities.

Provide full lifecycle administration of federal contracts and subcontracts, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Cost-Reimbursement (e.g., Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Cost-Plus-Incentive-Fee (CPIF)), Incentive-type contracts (e.g., Fixed-Price Incentive Fee (FPIF)), Time-and-Materials (T&M), Labor Hour, and commercial staffing contracts.

Serve as primary point of contact with contracting officers and subcontractors.

Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, teaming agreements, subcontracts, and task orders.

Manage subcontractor onboarding and flow-down compliance.

Identify and assess contractual risks and provide mitigation strategies.

Coordinate with insurance carriers and support audits and investigations.

Proposal & Growth Support

Evaluate solicitations and contribute to proposal strategies that align with Global's growth goals.

Support pre-award discussions and submission of Sources Sought

Represent Global at industry events and engage with SBA, contracting offices, and prime contractors.

Leadership & Reporting

Produce status reports on contracts, compliance, and strategic activities.

Uphold and model Global's Core Values: Commitment, Integrity, Growth, Accountability, Respect, and Safety.

What You'll Bring

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Contracts Management, Economics, or related field.

10+ years of experience in government contracting with strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR and proposal processes.

Hands-on experience with DoD solicitations and contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M).

Proficiency in SAM.gov, CPARS, and interaction with DCMA.

Availability to travel up to 20% and work onsite at our corporate office.

Preferred:

Master's degree and/or experience with Navy or MARAD vessel contracts.

Familiarity with shipyard operations and creative contracting vehicles.

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay range: $160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

This range is provided by Global, a 1st Flagship Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus

Here at Global- a 1st Flagship Company ( a woman-owned small business, we believe in Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. We are a DoD prime contractor focused on naval support services and emergency management.

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Manufacturing and Strategy/Planning

Industries: Shipbuilding and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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Worksite address

irvine, CA, 92713, US

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