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Hiring! Defense Sr Manager, Contracts Active Secret

Pacific Technical Resources
Northampton, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2027

SENIOR MANAGER, CONTRACTS – DEFENSE

Location: Northampton, MA | Onsite

Salary: $190,000–$200,000

Schedule: 9/80 – Every other Friday off

Clearance: Active Secret Required


We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of contracts professionals supporting complex Defense/Aerospace programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of Contracts professionals.
  • Manage RFP reviews, risk assessments, proposals, negotiations, contract administration and change management.
  • Develop negotiation and contract strategies for complex programs.
  • Partner with U.S. Government and commercial customers on contractual matters.
  • Resolve complex contracting issues and mitigate business risk.
  • Serve as the primary Contracts point of contact for assigned programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of related experience, or equivalent experience.
  • 6 years of experience with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR and CAS.
  • Strong experience with government contract types including CPFF, FFP, IF and AF.
  • Experience with FAR Part 15 negotiations and U.S. Government contracts.
  • Proven contracts leadership and negotiation experience.
  • Active Secret clearance required.
  • Ability to work onsite in Northampton, MA.
  • Occasional travel.


NCMA certification (CFCM, CPCM or CCCM) is preferred but not required.


Qualified candidates:

Please send your resume to Clara at cfoo@pacifictechnicalresources.com





Salary : $190,000 - $200,000

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