STR is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Contracts Operations to establish and lead the operational infrastructure that supports our Contracts function. This is a strategic leadership role, responsible for building the foundational policies, procedures, templates, training programs, and knowledge management platforms that enable the function to operate with consistency and efficiency. The ideal candidate brings a builder’s mindset, a disciplined approach to process, and a commitment to operational excellence.
What will you do:- Own the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of all Contracts policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines
- Create and manage a library of templates, tools, and reference materials that enable consistent execution across the function
- Design, coordinate, and deliver training programs for contracts including onboarding, skills development, and compliance-related learning
- Build and maintain knowledge management platforms (e.g., SharePoint, intranet sites) that serve as centralized hubs for function resources and communications
- Lead cross-functional operations initiatives, coordinating with Programs, Legal, Finance, HR, and other departments to ensure alignment and consistency
- Partner with Business Contracts and Leadership to identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement across operational workflows
- Support ERP as well as evolving technology and AI efforts from an operational and training perspective
- Manage and develop a high-performing operations team with a focus on employee experience, talent growth as well as operational efficiency
- BS/BA required with 12+ years of experience in contracts and/or supply chain, with demonstrated leadership in drive change and transforming organizations
- Deep knowledge of government contracting, including domestic and international programs
- Proven ability to build operational infrastructure — policies, procedures, systems, and knowledge environments — from the ground up
- Experience driving cross-functional initiatives and communicating effectively across all levels of an organization
- Ability to obtain a security clearance for which U.S. citizenship is required
- Ability to build strong effective partnerships and relationships
- Collaborative, self-motivated, and results-oriented leader
- Strong communicator with the ability to translate complex processes into clear, accessible guidance
- Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- High integrity and professionalism, with a strong sense of accountability
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $210,000 - $250,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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