$98,000–$100,000 Per Year
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Contract Analysis, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cross-Functional, Data Import/Export, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Detail Oriented, Documentation, Finance, Government, Government Contracts, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internal Audit, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Negotiation Skills, New Drug Application, Operational Support, People Management, Performance Analysis, Pricing, Process Improvement, Proposal Development, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales, Supply Chain
Contracts & Compliance Specialist, Ayer, MA Area
The Contracts & Compliance Specialist will manage the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts while ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and other applicable regulations. This role is critical to minimizing risk, maintaining contractual integrity, and supporting operations within a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Management
- Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and related contracts
- Manage contracts throughout the full lifecycle, from proposal through closeout
- Interpret contract terms and provide guidance to internal stakeholders
- Support proposal development and pricing compliance activities
Compliance & Regulatory Support
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and related regulatory requirements
- Monitor contract performance and identify potential compliance risks
- Maintain audit ready documentation for DCAA and internal audits
- Support export control and data protection initiatives
Cross Functional Collaboration
- Partner with operations, finance, procurement, and sales teams
- Interface with government agencies, customers, and suppliers
- Advise leadership on contractual risk and compliance matters
Reporting & Process Improvement
- Track contract deliverables, status, and compliance metrics
- Improve contract lifecycle processes and internal controls
- Assist with compliance training and best practices
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
- 2 to 5+ years of experience in government contracting
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting fundamentals
- Experience within aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries preferred
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to assess and mitigate risk
Compensation
Salary range: $98,000 to $100,000
GCR is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.
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GCR Professional Services
We are a national technical recruiting firm. At GCR, you'll discover a team of experienced and technically knowledgeable recruiters all working for you. We specialize in contract, contract to hire, and permanent staffing solutions across a variety of industries including, Information Technology, Commercial, Automotive, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Manufacturing. We have well established relationships with companies from startup to large enterprise organizations.
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