Director of Contracts

Position Overview

Hatalom is seeking a highly skilled Director of Contracts to lead our contracts and purchasing function. This senior role is responsible for managing all aspects of government and industry contracting, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR), and guiding the company through complex negotiations. The Director of Contracts will provide strategic support to business pursuits, oversee subcontract activities, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.

This position reports directly to the Vice President of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Leadership & Administration

• Review, draft, and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, and related agreements.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFAR, CFR, DCMA, and DCAA requirements.
• Prepare and process contract modifications, change orders, and engineering change proposals.
• Oversee contract closeouts, audits, and deliverable compliance.

Strategic Business Support

• Partner with Business Development on RFP analysis, risk assessments, and proposal preparation.
• Provide strategic input during color team reviews and bid/no-bid decisions.
• Anticipate contractual and performance risks; develop mitigation strategies for leadership.
• Serve as primary point of contact for government customers and industry partners.

Subcontract & Supplier Management

• Draft, issue, and administer subcontracts and supplier agreements with proper flow-downs.
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with schedule, scope, and terms.
• Develop subcontractor risk mitigation plans to ensure program continuity.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate the Contracts & Purchasing team.
• Train staff in advanced negotiation techniques, cost/value analysis, and compliance standards.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and government contracting principles.
• Demonstrated experience with contract types such as FFP, CPFF, CPAF, CPIF, and T&M.
• Proven track record of managing large, complex contracts in the defense industry.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and collaboration tools (MS Teams, SharePoint, etc.)

About Hatalom Corporation

At Hatalom, we are driven by mission success and innovation in support of our defense and government partners. Our teams bring integrity, expertise, and collaboration to every program we deliver. As part of a growing organization, you’ll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, lead with influence, and shape the way we manage strategic partnerships.

Location:

On-Site in Orlando, FL. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Status of Position: Full-time, Exempt

This document is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all job-related activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Due to the nature of the industry, job tasks may be changed as necessary to meet the needs of the customer.

Hatalom Corporation is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.