Government Contracts Manager

Fortive•Everett, WA

16h

About The Position

Fluke, a Fortive company, is seeking a Government Contracts Manager to support the growth of our U.S. Government business as part of the Legal organization. This role serves as a key business partner, directly enabling revenue growth by supporting compliant participation in U.S. Government opportunities while protecting the company from regulatory and contractual risk. You will act as a recognized subject matter expert in U.S. Government contracting regulations, interpreting and applying complex and often ambiguous regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAR/DFARS) and translating them into clear, actionable guidance that supports business decisions and mitigates risk. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and is both strategic and hands-on, while also advising on complex regulatory interpretations impacting business decisions.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in sales-side contracts management within a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and related federal contracting frameworks
Demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulations and apply sound business judgment
Proven project management, prioritization, and critical thinking skills
Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and discernment in ambiguous or evolving regulatory situations
Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder influence skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with DoD, GSA, DOE, or similar agencies
Familiarity with cybersecurity and compliance requirements (e.g., CMMC)
Experience supporting both hardware and software/SaaS contracts

Responsibilities

Provide transactional legal support and guidance across the full lifecycle of U.S. Government contracts
Support proposal development, writing, and submission of high-quality responses to direct U.S. Government RFI’s, RFPs and RFQs and advising on contract structure, risk and compliance
Negotiate and review awarded contracts and modifications to ensure alignment with Fluke’s offerings and scope of delivery
Interpret, analyze, and provide guidance on FAR, DFARS, GSAR, and other agency-specific regulations, including areas that require judgment due to ambiguity or lack of precedent
Provide practical, risk-based guidance to stakeholders on contract terms, compliance obligations, and negotiation strategy
Partner with internal stakeholders to support compliant deal execution
Act as a primary interface with government contracting officers and customers
Support compliance activities including audits, reporting, and contract documentation
Monitor and evaluate regulatory changes and advise on their practical application and business impact, including recommended actions
Develop and deliver training on government contracting requirements and best practices
Drive process improvements using the Fortive Business System (FBS) to improve efficiency and reduce risk