Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Contracts Manager in Reston, VA
Leidos, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Contracts Manager to support our National Security Sector's Mission Solutions Business Area. This customer-facing role demands a self-starter who thrives independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Oversee a diverse portfolio of government contracts, delivering cradle-to-grave support across CPFF, CPFF-LOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, and GSA types.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle opportunity shaping, RFP analysis, proposal development, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Ensure compliance with contract terms, Leidos policies, FAR/DFARS regulations, and laws.
- Mitigate risks, lead reviews, negotiate Teaming Agreements/NDAs, and prepare compliant Contracts Volumes.
- Partner with program teams for cost, schedule, and performance excellence via strong change management.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, procurement, and external customers.
Basic Qualifications
- BA + 8 years or Masters + 6 years relevant experience (general contract admin may substitute for degree).
- Proven Government contracting expertise.
- Top Secret/SCI with polygraph clearance.
- Proficiency in Adobe, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Superior interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- IC Acquisitions knowledge.
- Formal contracting certification/coursework.
- Experience supporting large, complex captures.
- Proven negotiation of intricate contract issues.
Why Leidos?
Be a key business partner fostering trusted relationships. Enjoy a pay range of $92,300 - $166,850, based on experience. Leidos solves high-stakes challenges with innovation. Original posting: December 22, 2025. U.S. positions open at least 3 days.
Locations
- Reston, Virginia, United States
Salary
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cradle-to-grave contract administrationintermediate
- Government contracting (FAR/DFARS)intermediate
- RFP analysis and proposal developmentintermediate
- Contract negotiation and risk mitigationintermediate
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiencyintermediate
- Strong communication and relationship buildingintermediate
Required Qualifications
- BA degree + 8+ years relevant experience or Masters + 6+ years (experience)
- Experience with CPFF, CPFF-LOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, GSA contracts (experience)
- Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph required (experience)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills (experience)
Responsibilities
- Provide cradle-to-grave support for diverse government contracts including proposal development, negotiation, and administration
- Ensure contract compliance with requirements, company policy, and applicable laws
- Identify and mitigate contract risks; coordinate reviews per Leidos procedures
- Review RFPs, negotiate Teaming Agreements, NDAs; prepare Contracts Volumes and OCI Plans
- Partner with program management to establish business rhythms for cost, schedule, and performance excellence
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $92,300 - $166,850
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and certification support
- general: Flexible work options and paid time off
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Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Contracts Manager - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Contracts Manager in Reston, VA
Leidos, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Contracts Manager to support our National Security Sector's Mission Solutions Business Area. This customer-facing role demands a self-starter who thrives independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Oversee a diverse portfolio of government contracts, delivering cradle-to-grave support across CPFF, CPFF-LOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, and GSA types.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle opportunity shaping, RFP analysis, proposal development, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Ensure compliance with contract terms, Leidos policies, FAR/DFARS regulations, and laws.
- Mitigate risks, lead reviews, negotiate Teaming Agreements/NDAs, and prepare compliant Contracts Volumes.
- Partner with program teams for cost, schedule, and performance excellence via strong change management.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, procurement, and external customers.
Basic Qualifications
- BA + 8 years or Masters + 6 years relevant experience (general contract admin may substitute for degree).
- Proven Government contracting expertise.
- Top Secret/SCI with polygraph clearance.
- Proficiency in Adobe, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Superior interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- IC Acquisitions knowledge.
- Formal contracting certification/coursework.
- Experience supporting large, complex captures.
- Proven negotiation of intricate contract issues.
Why Leidos?
Be a key business partner fostering trusted relationships. Enjoy a pay range of $92,300 - $166,850, based on experience. Leidos solves high-stakes challenges with innovation. Original posting: December 22, 2025. U.S. positions open at least 3 days.
Locations
- Reston, Virginia, United States
Salary
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cradle-to-grave contract administrationintermediate
- Government contracting (FAR/DFARS)intermediate
- RFP analysis and proposal developmentintermediate
- Contract negotiation and risk mitigationintermediate
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiencyintermediate
- Strong communication and relationship buildingintermediate
Required Qualifications
- BA degree + 8+ years relevant experience or Masters + 6+ years (experience)
- Experience with CPFF, CPFF-LOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, GSA contracts (experience)
- Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph required (experience)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills (experience)
Responsibilities
- Provide cradle-to-grave support for diverse government contracts including proposal development, negotiation, and administration
- Ensure contract compliance with requirements, company policy, and applicable laws
- Identify and mitigate contract risks; coordinate reviews per Leidos procedures
- Review RFPs, negotiate Teaming Agreements, NDAs; prepare Contracts Volumes and OCI Plans
- Partner with program management to establish business rhythms for cost, schedule, and performance excellence
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $92,300 - $166,850
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and certification support
- general: Flexible work options and paid time off
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