Head of Contracts

Job overview

The Head of Contracts role is hybrid, based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; employees living more than 50 miles from headquarters are required to work onsite one week per month. Compensation is $175,000–$225,000 per year. The role leads JMA Resources’ Contracts function and works with executive leadership and teams across the business. The contracts leader manages federal contracts and subcontracts, advises on acquisition strategy and contractual risk, and supports commercial and technology agreements. The role strengthens contract compliance and operations throughout the contract lifecycle and helps the company pursue and deliver federal work responsibly.

What you'll do

• Serve as the primary contracts resource for federal customers, prime contractors, subcontractors, and teaming partners
• review solicitations and proposal terms
• draft, negotiate, and administer contracts and related agreements
• manage contract lifecycle activities
• advise on FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, flow-downs, and cost and pricing requirements
• support audits and compliance inquiries
• advise on acquisition approaches and teaming
• review opportunities for contractual risk
• negotiate commercial and technology agreements
• maintain templates and procedures
• lead the Contracts function
• identify compliance risks and recommend actions
• and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head of contracts

federal contracts

subcontracts

far

dfars

contract compliance

acquisition strategy

hybrid

mechanicsburg pa

jma resources

$175k–$225k/year

dod clearance required or obtainable

travel may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible paid time off and holidays
• professional development
• hybrid/remote work arrangement with flexible hours
• 401(k) with company match
• employee recognition programs
• and company events.

Why this role

Current or ability to obtain a Department of Defense clearance is required; obtaining a clearance requires U.S. citizenship and meeting adjudicative guidelines. Travel may be required. The posting describes flexible work schedules and a hybrid/remote arrangement.

About the employer

JMA Resources is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Computer Related Services. Sector: 54.