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Position Title: Contracts Manager Location: Annapolis Junction, MD Reports To: CEO / COO Job Type: Full-time Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph Summary: As a Contracts Manager, you will serve as a trusted business partner and take ownership of the contracts and subcontrats function supporting LufCo's growing portfolio of federal work. We are looking for an experienced conrtacts professional who can balance compliance with business needs; someone who is equally comfortable navigating FAR/DFARS requirements, negotiating agreements, advising leadership, partnering with programs teams, and supporting proposals and growth initiatives. You will help establish the processes, policies and contractual infrastructure that allow the business to operate effectively, manage risk, and scale responsibly. This role will support and represent LufCo with our government customers, industry partners, and internal leadership , with a signigifant presence in the Ft. Meade market. At LufCo, you'll do more than manage contracts, you'll have the oportunity to help shape how a growing company does business. We offer an agile, people-first environment where your expertise is valued, your access to decision-makers is direct and your work has a visible impact on both mission delivery and LufCo's continued growth. Key Responsibilities: • Administer, negotiate, manage and ensure compliance for federal contracts and subcontracts of various contract types (CPFF term/completion, T&M, FFP, etc.) • Serve as contract manager / liaison across company brands • Document compliant contract, subcontract and purchasing policy, procedures templates and files as well as various federal (such as FAR, DFARS) and international requirements (such as ITAR, SOFA, visas) • Document, issue and administer subcontract/purchasing actions • Serve as primary interface with government contracting officials • Coordinate with company PM, team leads, project controllers as well as government COR and team leads, and subcontract POCs • Author/update corporate documents such as NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Licensing, etc. • Serve as the interface for DCAA, DCMA and other Government agencies • Serve as a primary team member on proposal efforts across various customers • Drive company growth through business development Qualifications Education: • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field Experience: • 5+ years of experience working with federal contracts and subcontracts Skills: • Current TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph • Working knowledge of federal contracting requirements to include FAR, DFARS, as well as command specific policy • Familiarity with development of contracts, agreements, MOU and other legal requirements • Experience defining, negotiation and managing scope, cost and deliverables • Experience crafting winning proposals • Strong communication (verbal and written) and team leadership skills • Desired: CPCM™, CFCM™, CCCM™, and CCMA™ or DAWIA cert Physical Requirements: • Ability to travel as required. • Standard office environment with occasional requirements to visit client sites, labs, or field environments. Why Join Us? • Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives and make a real difference in protecting our nation. • Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest advancements in SIGINT and related fields. • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within a growing company. • Collaborative Environment: Join a team of highly skilled and supportive engineers who are passionate about their work. • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, generous PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement. Compensation and Benefits: • Competitive Pay: Annual salary ranges from $75,000 to $150,000. Salaries depend on labor category, years of experience, education, skills relevant to the position, and type of contract. • Benefits: Including Paid Time Off; 401K Contribution and Employer Match Contributions; and Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage. • For the full list of LufCo Benefits, visit our website: lufburrow.com Position availability can vary due to dynamic, evolving contract needs. This job posting being active does not guarantee an immediately available position matching its description. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change based on the needs of the company. LufCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. LufCo Employees: This position does not qualify for a referral bonus. For more information, visit the Employee Portal.

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Position Title: Contracts Manager
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Reports To: CEO / COO
Job Type: Full-time
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Administer, negotiate, manage and ensure compliance for federal contracts and subcontracts of various contract types (CPFF term/completion, T&M, FFP, etc.)
Serve as contract manager / liaison across company brands
Document compliant contract, subcontract and purchasing policy, procedures templates and files as well as various federal (such as FAR, DFARS) and international requirements (such as ITAR, SOFA, visas)
Document, issue and administer subcontract/purchasing actions
Serve as primary interface with government contracting officials
Coordinate with company PM, team leads, project controllers as well as government COR and team leads, and subcontract POCs
Author/update corporate documents such as NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Licensing, etc.
Serve as the interface for DCAA, DCMA and other Government agencies
Serve as a primary team member on proposal efforts across various customers
Drive company growth through business development
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
5+ years of experience working with federal contracts and subcontracts
Current TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph
Working knowledge of federal contracting requirements to include FAR, DFARS, as well as command specific policy
Familiarity with development of contracts, agreements, MOU and other legal requirements
Experience defining, negotiation and managing scope, cost and deliverables
Experience crafting winning proposals
Strong communication (verbal and written) and team leadership skills
Desired: CPCM™, CFCM™, CCCM™, and CCMA™ or DAWIA cert

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