Contracts Manager

About Us:

ATG, Inc. is hiring! At ATG, we are more than just a small business federal contracting firm—we are a collective of passionate professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact for our clients. Our goal is to deliver innovative solutions and empower government agencies to achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively. Our expertise includes systems engineering, software and hardware development, policy and plans authorship, and assistance navigating institutional inertia. Each member of our team plays a vital role in shaping the future of our company, and we value the diverse perspectives and expertise you bring. Your ideas, insights, and hard work contribute directly to our success, and we are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow personally and professionally.

ATG is purpose-built to fulfill our mission statement, découvrir l'avenir (“discover the future”), by:

• Freeing talent from the constraints of institutions
• Solving international security challenges while preserving constitutional values
• Inspiring with creativity and courage

What We Offer:

Compensation. We offer a competitive salary range of $115,00 to $135,000, depending on your experience and qualifications. In addition to base salary, you may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses, rewarding your contributions to our success. As an early-stage startup, we provide equity options, giving you the opportunity to share in the company’s long-term growth and success. (Please note that salary information is a general guideline. Applicant’s work experience, education, training, and skills will generate the official compensation offer.)

Benefits. Unlike other startups, we provide competitive nationally recognized medical, dental, and vision insurance to support the health and well-being of our team. We also offer a generous 401(k) match to help you plan for your future. On top of health and retirement benefits, ATG offers an Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance benefits, disability insurance benefits, as well as generous leave policies, creating a robust effort to maintain the health of our employees and their families. As we continue to grow, we plan to expand and enhance our benefits offerings, with a focus on supporting both the personal and professional growth of our employees.

Paid Time Off. At ATG, we recognize the importance of work-life balance and the need for employees to take time off to recharge, handle personal matters, or recover from illness. To support our commitment to employee well-being, we offer a generous PTO program. Employees working on active government contracts must adhere to the specific restrictions and requirements outlined in those contracts and those terms of employment.

Flexible Hours: While core hours are 9am-4pm, flexibility and adaptability are key as we navigate the dynamic startup environment, while maintaining crucial work-life balance.

Flexible Work Arrangements: We offer hybrid work with occasional (10%) travel required for in-person collaboration and customer site visits.

Job Description:

ATG is seeking a Contracts Manager that will be able to effectively:

This role requires deep familiarity with federal contracting processes. Candidates should possess a current Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) clearance and have demonstrated experience with FAR, DFARS, and related federal acquisition regulations. Professional certifications such as DAWIA or NCMA are highly preferred.

• Oversee the negotiation and management of complex contracts with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders
• Monitor contract performance and identify areas for improvement
• Design, implement and integrate optimal organizational structures
• Define and implement negotiation strategies required to close complex transactions and projects

Job Classification: Full-time Salary/FLSA Exempt

Work Location: We offer remote work with minimal (10%) travel required for in-person collaboration and customer site visits.

Hiring Process: Our hiring process includes peer interviews, opportunities to showcase your technical and leadership skills, followed by a leadership board interview.

About You:

Minimum requirements include:

• 7+ years of experience managing/negotiating government contracts (FARs, DFARs, etc)
• Experience with FAR, DFARs, and government contracting regulations to include firm-fixed-price (FFP), time-and-materials contracts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions/projects and prioritize tasks effectively
• A propensity for discovery of new solutions and dynamic use of best practices
• Self-motivation and be driven to deliver value; you take ownership of your responsibilities and follow through on all client and team member requests or questions
• A demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
• Enjoyment in meeting and working with new people; you are comfortable engaging with people at all levels in an organization
• Comfortability with change and multi-tasking; you enjoy learning new concepts and are quick on your feet; when things change, you know how to “roll with the punches”

Highly desired qualities include:

• Experience in negotiating contract types include cost-plus-award-fee, cost-plus-incentive-fee, cost-plus-fixed-fee, and cost-reimbursement and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ)
• Certifications such as DAWIA Level II/III or NCMA (preferred)

Security Clearance:

Employment is contingent upon your ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) clearance. Prior access to Special Access Programs (SAP) is highly preferred.