Contracts Manager

Overview

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Contracts Manager.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work:  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.  
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first.  We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 
• 100% Employee Ownership: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers.  It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.  
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: 
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success:  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of government contracts and subcontracts, ensuring proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of government contracts and subcontracts to ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment.
• Analyze estimates of material, equipment, and production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Review contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications, and requirements, and conformance to master agreements.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Participate in the development of budgets, schedules, and performance standards to support contract execution and compliance.
• Ensure all contract activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including project managers, finance, and legal teams, to ensure alignment and successful contract execution.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with contract performance and compliance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in contract management.
• Provide training and guidance to junior contract management staff as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Conducts the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of government contracts and subcontracts to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Analyze estimates of material, equipment and production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Duties also include reviewing contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements, and conformance to master agreements.
• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Involved in development of budgets, schedules and performance standards.

Desired:

• Highly Desired: past or present experience with SSC or mission partner space control or space situational awareness mission area programs

Education Requirements:  

• BS/BA along with a minimum 15 years of relevant experience
• or Master’s degree along with a minimum 13 years of relevant experience
• or PhD along with a minimum 4 years of relevant experience

Clearance Requirements:

• Active Top Secret, SCI eligible.
• Eligibility for access to SAP Information.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Location/Travel Requirements:

• Place of work is El Segundo, CA area
• May require travel up to 10% of time within the continental United States.

The pay range for this position in California is $160,000/year to $210,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract wages, job- related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

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Salary : $10,000 - $210,000