Contracts Advisor

As a Contracts Analyst III , you may be an individual contributor and mentor while supporting proposals and managing contracts and agreements. This role resides within the Contracts Department and reports to the Director of Contracts or their delegate.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university
• 7(+) years of progressively responsible contracting experience
• Experience contracting with the U.S. Government as both a prime contractor and a subcontractor and under a variety of contract types (CPFF, CPIF, FFP, etc.) and for both supplies and services
• Expertise in administering government contracts with emphasis on FAR Part 15 contracts and cost-reimbursable contracts
• Familiarity with the FAR system and government regulations
• Experience in drafting, revising, and negotiating commercial and government contract terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with company guidelines and industry standards, while also balancing management's strategic goals with the customer's desired outcomes.
• Professional competencies including a s trong ability to synthesize and analyze complex information and communicate it clearly and succinctly; problem solving, technical writing , relationship management, collaboration, and efficient time management and prioritization
• U.S. Citizenship Ability and willingness to obtain and/or maintain Top Secret security clearance

Qualifications – Desired

• Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) from National Contract Management Association (NCMA) (or similar)
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (preferably CostPoint) and leveraging software for contract management
• Current, active Top Secret security clearance

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation $120,100.00 - $145,000.00

• Mentorship & Collaborative Leadership – Foster meaningful peer relationships by sharing knowledge and guiding colleagues through proposals, contracts, and agreements—especially those aligned with U.S. Government requirements, research contractual topics and policy updates, and serve as a reliable resource for answering questions and providing clarity to peers as needed.
• Proposal Support : Work closely with colleagues in other departments to shape contract strategies for new opportunities and prepare compliant and competitive proposals. Strategize and plan for negotiations in concert with the team.
• Contract Administration : Advise colleagues on OTECH’s contractual rights and obligations, as well as those of the customer, to enable the team to make fully informed decisions about contract execution. Ensure contracts are actively administered including managing constructive changes, submitting requests for equitable adjustments and ensuring all obligations are met by the parties.
• Writing & Negotiating Contractual Documentation : Support the drafting, review, analysis, revision, negotiation, and summarization of a variety of contractual documents—including correspondence, contracts, Statements of Work, terms and conditions, NDAs, Teaming Agreements, OTAs, and other essential documentation. Contribute to achieving favorable contractual outcomes while ensuring alignment with applicable policies and stakeholder direction.
• Ensure Compliance with Changing Regulations and Processes : Support compliance with changing regulations and processes by staying up-to-date on Revolutionary FAR Overhaul updates and DFARS Deviations. Maintain contemporaneous, audit-ready contract files and documentation.
• Learning & Development : Actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the Contracts Department by pursuing training opportunities, stretch assignments, and sharing key takeaways from real-world experiences with your peers.