Senior Director Of Contract Operations

Amentum

Reston, VA, United States
Base: $250k - $300k; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Hybrid
Deep experience in us federal government contracts
Strong working knowledge of far and dfars regulations
Experience with government contract disputes and bid protests
Amentum is seeking a Senior Director of Contract Operations for its Mission Solutions Business Group in Reston, VA. This hybrid role involves providing strategic guidance on U.S. federal government contracts while supervising contract directors and ensuring compliance with federal regulations

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a dual-hatted strategic advisor to business lines within a $6B Mission Solutions Business Group while supervising select Contract Directors.
  • The position requires providing expert advice on all aspects of U.S. federal government contracts including formation, negotiation, compliance, and closeout under FAR and DFARS.
  • Candidates will lead risk assessments, manage audit responses for agencies like DCAA and DCMA, and develop enterprise governance frameworks for contract compliance.

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Amentum is seeking a Senior Director of Contract Operations for its Mission Solutions Business Group in Reston, VA. This hybrid role involves providing strategic guidance on U.S. federal government contracts while supervising contract directors and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Salary

Base: $250K - $300K; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep experience in US federal government contracts
  • Strong working knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations
  • Experience with government contract disputes and bid protests

Nice-to-have

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements like CMMC

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years of relevant experience in government contracts
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Willingness to obtain/maintain a security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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