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Quindar · 3 days ago

Contracts Manager, US Gov

Arvada (HQ)

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $170K/yr

5+ years exp

Quindar builds modern, cloud-native satellite mission operations software, and they are seeking a Gov Contracts Manager to manage government contracts throughout their full lifecycle. The role involves ensuring compliance, negotiating terms, and supporting proposals while collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Cloud InfrastructureSaaSSatellite Communication

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage government contracts (and subcontracts) across different types: fixed-price, cost-reimbursable, time & materials (T&M), other transactional authority, indefinite delivery / indefinite quantity (IDIQ), etc

Support Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, MOUs, and issuing RFPs

Support preparation of contract proposals, including working with teams to define scopes, cost models, and delivery schedules

Negotiate contract terms and modifications

Review contracts and ensure they meet regulatory, legal, and internal policy requirements

Maintain full audit files for each contract: original contracts, modifications, amendments, clarifications, changes, deliverables, payment schedules, etc

Provide summaries and briefings on contract status, obligations, and risks to internal stakeholders (program managers, executives)

Lead contract close-out activities

Support subcontracts: negotiating, managing performance, ensuring compliance

Provide contractual guidance and risk mitigation strategies

Collaborate with legal, finance, and relevant technical / program teams

Qualification

Contract managementFAR/DFARS complianceNegotiation skillsNCMA CertificationsExport controls experienceAttention to detailIndependent operationCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of 5 years relevant experience

Bachelor's degree in business administration, contract management, or a related field

Demonstrated experience with full lifecycle contract management under FAR/DFARS

Experience managing contracts of multiple types (FFP, CPFF, OTA, T&M, IDIQ, SBIR, etc.)

Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail

Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Strong communication skills (written & verbal), especially for summarizing contract risk & obligations

Preferred

NCMA Certifications (CFCM, CPCM, CCCM) or other contract management certifications

Experience with export controls, ITAR, or Title 50 (if your work touches sensitive/intelligence domains)

Security clearance (or ability to obtain one)

Experience with Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs)

Graduate degree in relevant field

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Quarterly health & wellness benefits

Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family with 100% coverage for employees

4% 401(k) matching

4-day company offsite

Company

Quindar

Quindar offers a one-stop shop in the cloud for spacecraft analysis and operations.

Founded in 2022

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

11-50 employees

https://www.quindar.space/

Funding

Current Stage

Early Stage

Total Funding

$26.75M

Key Investors

Washington Harbour PartnersBooz Allen VenturesFUSE

2025-11-19Series A· $18M

2024-07-11Seed

2024-01-28Seed· $6M

Leadership Team

Nate Hamet

Chief Executive Officer

Matthew Regan

Co-founder & Head Of Operations

Recent News

Washington Technology

Quindar closes $18M Series A round for classified business push

2025-11-20

Portfolio

2025-02-14

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