Subcontracts and Contracts Manager

Subcontracts And Contracts Manager

At Parallax Advanced Research, our work is rooted in innovation, collaboration, and national impact. As a nonprofit research institute, we partner with government, academic, and industry clients to solve complex challenges in AI, aerospace, human-machine teaming, and beyond.

The Subcontracts And Contracts Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the organization's contract and subcontract administration activities across the full acquisition lifecycle. This position performs both pre-award and post-award contract management while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. The position also serves as the senior technical resource for complex contractual matters, develops and implements contracting policies and best practices, mentors and develops Contracts personnel, and partners with Program Management, Business Development, Finance, Legal, Security, and executive leadership to reduce organizational risk and support strategic growth.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead administration of complex government contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, OTAs, CRADAs, commercial agreements, and subcontracts.
• Independently negotiate contract terms and conditions with customers and subcontractors.
• Interpret FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and financial assistance regulations.
• Lead contractual strategy for proposals and capture efforts.
• Review solicitations and identify contractual risks.
• Support proposal development and pricing strategy.
• Negotiate teaming agreements, NDAs, consulting agreements, MOUs, and subcontracts.
• Provide support for purchasing and procurement.
• Review purchasing actions for contractual compliance when requested.
• Coordinate procurement activities supporting proposal efforts and subcontract awards.
• Provide day-to-day working leadership and technical guidance to Contracts personnel.
• Mentor and develop staff through coaching and cross-training.
• Develop and maintain contracting policies, SOPs, templates, and training.
• Lead internal compliance initiatives and contract file audits.
• Support DCMA, DCAA, CMMC, customer, and internal audits.

Required Skills And Qualifications:

• US Citizenship is required.
• Active S or TS/SCI Clearance Preferred - must be clearance eligible and remain clearance eligible as a condition of employment.
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field with 6-10 years of contracts experience.
• In-Depth knowledge of the FAR, Defense Acquisition Regulations System (DFARS), and other agency supplements.
• In-Depth knowledge of 2 CFR 200, "Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards."
• General knowledge of Financial Assistance Mechanisms such as Grants, Cooperative Agreements, and other Cooperative Research & Development Agreements.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities):

• Master's degree in business or related field.
• Experience with Deltek Cost Point.
• Experience with Research and Development (R&D) contracts.
• A Professional Certification, such as National Contract Management Association (NCMA) CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations.

Physical Demands And Work Environment:

• Sitting & Posture – Ability to sit for long periods with good posture.
• Manual Dexterity – Use of a keyboard, mouse, and office equipment.
• Vision & Reading – Clear vision (corrected if needed) for screens and documents.
• Hearing & Communication – Ability to hear and speak clearly for calls and meetings.
• Mobility – Walking short distances, occasional reaching, bending, or lifting light objects.
• Cognitive Ability – Focus, problem-solving, and multitasking skill

Travel requirements/percentage: 10%

Parallax Advanced Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Why Join Parallax? We offer a workplace that values both personal well-being and professional growth, along with a robust benefits package:

• Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Insurance: 100% employer-paid life, short- and long-term disability
• Retirement:
  Roth or pre-tax 401(k) with company match + annual employer contribution
• Education:
  
  Up to $20k tuition coverage for employees and support for dependents
• Time Off: 25 days of PTO, flex holidays, paid parental leave, and military leave
• Work-Life Balance: PTO sell-back program and hybrid flexibility for select positions