Contracts Manager

Description

Leidos currently has an opening for an experienced Contracts Manager to support international work in our Land Systems Business Area within the Defense Systems sector. This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills and experience to support the international portfolio of cutting-edge technology to protect our warfighters to include FMS and DCS. The selected candidate will report to the Contracts Director and support all contract management activities for a diverse portfolio of contracts.

Individual contributor role. The position is based in Huntsville, Alabama with telework offered.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The candidate should have significant experience and expert knowledge of negotiating and providing cradle-to-grave contract administration for domestic and international CP, FFP, T&M Government contracts including RFP analysis, hands-on proposal development and review, the development of international terms and conditions, coordination of appropriate internal reviews, strategic contract negotiation, and contract / task order administration and execution.
• Candidate will be responsible for overall contract compliance of assigned tasks in accordance with contract requirements, company policy and procedures, and applicable laws.
• Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision as part of a team of company professionals supporting proposal preparation and a portfolio of contracts.
• Candidate must be able to multi-task and prioritize work activities in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicate at all levels within the organization. Prompt responsiveness to internal and customer requirements and deadlines is critical.
• The candidate will frequently interact via written, oral, and face-to-face means with other contracts and procurement staff, functional peers, program management, and external and internal customers.
• Scope of work includes reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, NDAs, and licenses as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

Original Posting : October 23, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.