Digital Force Technologies (DFT)

Contacts and Proposal Manager

What We Do

Digital Force Technologies (DFT) is a defense technology provider with a 20-year history of developing and fielding advanced sensor systems, force protection solutions, and tactical surveillance products. DFT’s extensive history of innovation, in-house expertise, and robust network of technology partners allows DFT to rapidly addresses critical Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Agency requirements. DFT’s engineering team is a diverse and skilled group, determined to develop advanced technical solutions. DFT offers a unique chance to develop and work with modern technologies while delivering impact and seeing products grow from concept to reality. DFT is a results driven culture focused on innovation, creativity, and growth. If you have a passion for solving complex problems, making an immediate impact on a dynamic, and fast moving, product development team, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Need

This role will manage all company contract related matters to include quote/proposal preparation, contract administration, and related compliance matters. The role requires a strong business acumen to ensure company contracts are aligned with overarching business goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will have a proactive, problem-solving approach and ability to effectively collaborate across company functions at various levels.

What You’ll Do

• Manage proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and serve as the main customer point of contact on all company contract related matters.
• Work closely with company leadership by advising contractual rights/obligations (to include intellectual property considerations) and how they align to business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, acquisition regulations, and customer requirements/ specifications for various types of Government contracts in both a Prime and Subcontractor role.
• Ensures that Contracts databases are updated and maintained in an accurate and timely manner, including the maintenance and retention of documentation covering the complete contractual record and evidence or review and approvals obtained in accordance with the Company’s prescribed approval matrix.
• Manage all activities related to the planning, scheduling, and development of customer proposals.
• Work closely with internal teams within in a matrix environment of program management, engineering, finance, operations, supply chain, and quality functional leads.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience leading or managing contracts and proposal related matters.
• Four-year college degree, preferably in an applicable technical or business-related discipline.
• Experience with U.S. Government Department of Defense contract administration and management to include the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and/ or the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage contractual matters for various types of contracts involving commercial off-the-shelf product deliveries, technical service/support agreements, research and development programs, etc., for US government and non-government customers to include subcontracts with suppliers/teammates.
• Thorough knowledge of contract formation strategies, contract administration/management, and proven ability to effectively negotiate terms, conditions, and price.
• Ability to provide workable solutions to address a wide variety of contractual challenges.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance.

What We Offer

Salary Range - $125,000 - $165,000

This salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.

EEOC Statement -

DFT is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

DFT offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401K w/ company match, life insurance, short term disability, 3 weeks PTO, 13 company holidays, and much more. In addition, DFT provides a company culture that encourages:

- collaboration

- innovation

- employee engagement

- motivation

If you are looking for a dynamic place to work where your contribution makes a difference in supporting the mission, DFT is the right company for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing and able to obtain a security Clearance for which US Citizenship is required?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• DoD: 1 year (Required)
• Contract management: 7 years (Required)
• Federal Acquisition Regulations: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Diego, CA 92121 (Required)

Work Location: In person