Senior Director of Contract Operations
Mission Solutions Business Group
Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Headquartered in Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.
Amentum is seeking an experienced Government Contracts Professional to join our Mission Solutions Business Group - Contracts Department. This role is dual hatted as strategic contracts advisor to the business lines within a $6B business group, as well as supervisor to select Contract directors with critical contract administrative functions. As required, this position will serve as Acting, Vice President for Mission Solutions Contracts. This position serves as a trusted advisor to business line and program leaders, contracting directors/managers, and executes extensive coordination with the Vice President of Legal for Mission Solutions Business group. This position will provide strategic advice and guidance on a range of matters critical to the success and growth of the business. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in all aspects of US federal government contracts.
The position reports to the Vice President of Contracts for the Mission Solutions Business Group.
This is a HYBRID role (Remote with occasional on-site visits). When on-site you will report to our Reston, VA office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide advice on all aspects of U.S. federal government contracts, including FAR, DFARS, and agency specific regulations for contract formation, negotiation, performance, modification, compliance, and closeout. Provide contractual risk assessments for bids, proposals, and ongoing contracts.
- Advise on cost allowability, requests of equitable adjustment, contract claims/disputes, contract terminations, and bid protests.
- Negotiate teaming agreements, NDAs, subcontracts, and other related agreements.
- Assist in responding to government audits, investigations, and inquiries, including from the DCAA, DCMA, and OIG.
- Support internal compliance programs, training, and policy development related to government contracting.
- Provides analysis and responses to legislative developments, public and industry inquiries.
- Collaborate with legal, finance, procurement, and programming teams to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory obligations.
- Supervises select Contract Directors for critical contract administration functions; and as required serves as the Acting, Vice President of Contracts for Mission Solutions Business group
Contract Compliance Oversight
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve contracts group policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with federal government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS and agency supplements) and commercial contracting requirements.
- Conduct risk assessments and compliance reviews; lead audit activities and monitor corrective actions to strengthen the contracts compliance program.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure unified compliance practices across the organization that align with business objectives and regulatory expectations.
- Oversee internal and external audit responses and compliance reporting for the Contracts function.
Training & Systems Management
- Assist in the development and implementation of training programs on contract compliance, regulatory requirements, and effective contract negotiation practices.
- Ensure appropriate tools, systems, and technologies are in place to support compliance tracking, reporting, and training.
- Partners with IT and operational leads to drive system automation, improve data visibility, and enhance compliance reporting capabilities.
Leadership & Strategy
- Establish and maintain enterprise governance frameworks to ensure consistent application of contract compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls across the organization.
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional compliance and operations team.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on compliance risk, policy, and program enhancements.
- Monitor emerging regulatory and industry trends and translate them into actionable business guidance.
- Support due diligence and integration activities for acquisitions from a contract’s compliance perspective.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Proven track record of developing and implementing compliance frameworks in a dynamic, high-growth environment
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other federal procurement regulations.
- Experience with government contract disputes, claims, and bid protests.
- Ability to analyze complex contractual issues and risks and negotiate practical, business-focused solutions.
- Clear, concise written and oral communication skills tailored to Contracts and business audiences.
- Strong sense of ownership with ability to move seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
- Proven capacity to handle multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Demonstrated supervisory skills of integrated teams.
- Experience with congressional oversight committees/agencies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 15+ years of relevant experience in government contracts, ideally including experience in the defense or aerospace sector.
- US Citizenship is required.
- Requires the willingness to obtain/maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Extensive Government Contract Experience in FAR, DFARS.
- Experience working with classified or export-controlled programs (ITAR, EAR).
- Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements in government contracting (e.g., CMMC, NIST SP 800-171).
- Background in supporting international government contracts and FMS/Direct Commercial Sales.
- Willing and able to travel throughout the Continental United States and Overseas, on short notice to resolve complex contractual issues.
Compensation Details: $250K - $300K
The compensation range listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Compensation Details:
TBD
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
04/21/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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