Contracts Manager

Leidos•St. Louis, MO

3d•$92,300 - $166,850•Hybrid

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to support its National Solutions Business Area within the Intelligence Sector. This role involves partnering with business leaders, program teams, and Intelligence Community customers to deliver solutions that strengthen national security. The position is primarily located in Chantilly, VA, with St. Louis, MO as an alternative work location. The Contracts Manager will support a diverse portfolio of Intelligence Community programs and captures, acting as a trusted business partner. They will provide strategic contractual guidance throughout the entire contract lifecycle, from proposal development to negotiation, administration, and closeout. This role requires close collaboration with program management, business development, finance, legal, procurement, and executive leadership to ensure mission success and compliance with company policies and government regulations. The opportunity offers mission impact by supporting U.S. national security and Intelligence Community objectives, strategic partnership by shaping acquisition strategies, and the chance to manage complex government contracts. It also provides opportunities for professional growth and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

BA degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience providing cradle-to-grave contract administration and management support for U.S. Government contracts, subcontracts, and proposal support.
Experience with various contract types.
Advanced knowledge of FAR/DFAR and the emerging Federal acquisition environment.
Ability to appropriately prioritize work activities.
Experience leading the review and analysis of RFPs.
Experience preparing compliant and complete Contracts Volumes and OCI Plans.
Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated success in identifying and managing risks in support of achievement of business goals.
Candidate will spend time co-located with program teams supported.
Strategic thinker with advanced-level skills in complex terms and conditions negotiations.
Experience supporting Intelligence Community customers and programs.
Active Top Secret/SCI with CI polygraph required.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Intelligence Community agencies, programs, and acquisition organizations.
Knowledge of IC-specific acquisition regulations, policies, and contracting practices.
Formal contracts training, certification, or professional development coursework (NCMA, CPCM, CFCM, or equivalent).
Experience supporting large captures, strategic pursuits, and proposal efforts.
Demonstrated success negotiating complex contractual issues and business agreements.
Experience working in highly classified environments and supporting sensitive national security programs.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contractual advisor to assigned programs, captures, and business leaders.
Provide strategic guidance on contractual risk, compliance, negotiation strategies, and business decision-making.
Support growth initiatives by advising capture and proposal teams on acquisition strategies, solicitation requirements, and contractual approaches.
Lead negotiations and administration of contracts, modifications, teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other business arrangements.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with government customers, industry partners, and internal stakeholders.
Partner with Program Management, Business Development, Finance, Legal, and Supply Chain teams to resolve complex contractual matters and achieve business objectives.
Ensure compliance with applicable contractual requirements, company policies, FAR/DFAR regulations, and customer-specific acquisition policies.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, mitigate risk, and enhance overall business performance across the portfolio.