Auterion · 3 months ago
Contracts Manager
Arlington, Virginia
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAuterion is building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. They are seeking a highly skilled Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of contracts with the Department of Defense and other U.S. Government agencies, ensuring compliance and supporting business objectives through effective contract management.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage the full contract lifecycle, from pre-award planning, proposal support, and contract negotiation through execution, modifications, and closeout
Serve as the primary point of contact for all contractual matters between Auterion and U.S. Government contracting officers, prime contractors, and subcontractors
Review and interpret RFPs, RFIs, and solicitations to identify contractual requirements, risks, and flow-down clauses
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contractual documents, including NDAs, teaming agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and government contracts
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, including FAR, DFARS, ITAR/EAR export controls, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC cybersecurity, supply-chain and small business subcontracting requirements, and other DoD/IC mandates. Maintain readiness for DCMA, DCAA, or Inspector General audits and advise leadership on evolving regulatory impacts
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Business Development, Capture, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Legal) to align contract terms with program and pricing strategies
Monitor contract performance and deliverables, track modifications, and maintain accurate contract records and correspondence
Identify and mitigate contractual risks, providing proactive guidance to management and stakeholders
Develop and maintain standard contract templates, policies, and procedures to drive efficiency and consistency across the organization
Lead or support internal audits, external government audits (e.g., DCMA, IG), vendor performance evaluations (e.g., CPARS) and contract close-out activities: funds release, deliverables acceptance, lessons-learned
Drive contract management process improvements, including implementation/use of contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools, dashboards and analytics to provide visibility and track key performance indicators (KPIs)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, law, finance, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in U.S. Government contracting (preferably DoD/IC) with demonstrated success managing contracts of varying complexity
Deep understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Familiarity with NIST cyber requirements, ITAR/EAR, supply chain flow-down, small business rules, and audit/contract close-out procedures
Experience with various contract types, including FFP, T&M, CPFF, OTA, IDIQ, GSA, and subcontracts
Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex terms and propose creative solutions
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and with government/industry partners
Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Demonstrated ability to balance compliance and business goals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
US Citizenship required
Preferred
Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPCM, NCMA, PMP)
Experience with contract management systems and CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot)
Active Secret Clearance
Benefits
Flexible working hours
Stock Options
Unlimited PTO
Health Insurance (includes dental & vision)
Medical flex spending
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan - 401k
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Learning and development opportunities
Company
Auterion
Auterion provides a platform that unifies a diverse fleet of autonomous robots, catering to a wide range of applications and use cases.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$181MKey Investors
RheinmetallBessemer Venture PartnersU.S. Department of Defense
2025-11-18Corporate Round
2025-09-23Series B· $105M
2025-09-23Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Lorenz Meier
Chief Executive Officer
Kevin Sartori
Co-Founder
Recent News
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