Director of Contracts

Director of Contracts

EOS Defense Systems USA, Inc., located in Huntsville, Alabama. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Contracts to lead all contract and subcontract activities supporting major Department of Defense (DoD) programs. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in government contracting, with proven expertise in proposal development, negotiation, and administration across multiple contract types, including FFP, CPFF, and T&M.

This role requires a strong track record of building and maintaining successful customer relationships, as well as the ability to provide ethical and strategic guidance to executive leadership. A key focus will be risk mitigation, compliance, and supporting proposal reviews.

As a sole contributor, this position will personally manage all contract-related tasks and handle special assignments as they arise. The position works closely with the Finance, Business Development, and Program Management organization and other functional teams in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. Experience with cradle-to-grave contract management in a DOD / Government manufacturing setting is highly desirable.

This role requires a high level of independence, sound business judgment, and the ability to operate effectively within a global defense company. This is an On-Site position.

Minimum Requirements And Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive responsibility in contract administration, with deep expertise in defense contracting environments. Experience should include cradle-to-grave contract management, negotiation, and compliance oversight with demonstrated abilities managing multiple $25M+ contracts.
• Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience with FFP, CPFF, T&M, FP LOE, and other contract vehicles including contract negotiation, execution and contract management.
• Ability to assess and communicate how contract terms impact pricing, schedules, cash flow, and company risk.
• High level of independent and strategic judgment in resolving complex contractual issues.
• Proven ability to reach mutually beneficial agreements and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and presentation skills with the ability to clearly present complex contractual issues and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a global, matrixed defense organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Professional certification from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA), such as CPCM (Certified Professional Contract Manager) or CFCM (Certified Federal Contracts Manager), preferred.
• Experience working with foreign companies or international entities is highly desirable.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Major Responsibility Areas And Duties

EOS Defense Systems is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identification and sexual orientation) or national origin in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. An Equal Opportunity Employer for disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, and armed forces service medal veterans. An Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities. We participate in E-Verify.

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