What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Federal Government and Commercial Contracts position at Istari Digital?

Director of Federal Government and Commercial Contracts

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Base pay range

170,000.00 / yr - $215,000.00 / yr

ABOUT ISTARI DIGITAL]

Istari is a digital engineering software company enabling our customers to turn the physical world into the digital to accomplish their specific mission or business objectives.

At Istari, we are passionate about our mission of creating the world's first open and scalable industrial metaverse. Whether our customers are designing prototypes, performing virtual testing, or training AI and autonomy for complex systems, we know that going digital will save them time, resources, and reduce their environmental impact.

While we are a distributed team with most team members working remotely, we place an emphasis on staying connected and collaborative, prioritizing in-person opportunities to build trust as a team.

VALUES]

At Istari, we live by our values, which include :

Purposeful Autonomy : We value letting people self-organize and self-motivate.
Smart Transparency : We believe in honest-but-kind communication, transparency, and open-door policies.
Continual Curiosity : At Istari, we love learning to do things ourselves.
Equal Opportunity : Istari is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

The Director of Federal Government and Commercial Contracts will lead the strategic planning and management of all contract activities within the organization, with a heavy emphasis on government contracts. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and for driving initiatives that enhance contract performance and maximize potential opportunities.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement a strategic vision for commercial and government contracts, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall objectives.

Contract Management : Manage the full lifecycle of contracts from acquisition to close-out, maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure diligent adherence to federal contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and other relevant guidelines for government contracts.

Negotiations : Lead high-level contract negotiations with government entities, striving for optimal terms and outcomes.

Risk Assessment : Identify and mitigate risks across all contracts, safeguarding the organization's interests.

Team Development : Build and mentor a high-performing team of contract managers and specialists.

Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for contracting efforts.

Performance Monitoring : Oversee the performance of contracts, providing regular reports and insights to senior management.

Process Improvement : Initiate and implement improvements in contract management processes.

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Public Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Experience : Minimum of 15 years of experience in government contract management, with a proven track record in a leadership role.

Knowledge : Deep understanding of government contracting regulations and processes, including FAR and DFARS.

Skills : Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Certifications : Professional certification in contract management is highly desirable.

Security Clearance : DoD Top Secret (or Secret) security clearance required.

Benefits :

Medical / Dental / Vision

Employee Premiums are 100% Company Paid

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) with federal government holidays.

Thank you for your interest in Istari. Expect to hear back from us soon with next steps.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Software Development

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Salary : $170,000 - $215,000

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