About the Role
NODA AI is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of contracts. This role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements, while also driving the implementation of streamlined contract management processes. It is an individual contributor role ideal for a contracts professional with strong organizational skills, deep government contracting expertise, and a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.
Responsibilities
- Manage and provide contract support for various contract types including Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Time & Materials (T&M), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs), and Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) across government, public sector, and commercial programs.
- Support proposal development, contract negotiation, compliance, task order management, modifications, and contract close-out activities across government, public sector, and commercial contracts.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements including NDAs, teaming agreements, software and technology agreements, reseller agreements, subcontracts, vendor agreements, strategic partnerships, and prime contracts across government, public sector, and commercial partners.
- Support the preparation, review, and submission of Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in coordination with BD and capture teams.
- Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from initial proposal development through negotiation, execution, performance management, modifications, compliance monitoring, and contract close-out.
- Support public sector contracting activities across procurement vehicles and compliance frameworks, including FAR, DFARS, FedRAMP-related requirements, GSA-aligned contracting structures, and government reseller and integrator relationships.
- Ensure compliance with contracting policies, laws, and regulations, including but not limited to FAR, DFARS, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and applicable federal procurement requirements.
- Analyze and summarize contractual obligations, risk factors, intellectual property considerations, performance requirements, and contract modifications for internal stakeholders and leadership teams.
- Generate compliance matrices, support risk assessments, and assist with internal and external compliance reviews.
- Partner closely with business development, capture, engineering, finance and operations teams to align contract terms with pursuit strategies, operational execution, and program timelines.
- Ensure seamless flow-down of contract terms, obligations, and compliance requirements to cross-functional teams, supporting execution across program management, engineering, finance, procurement, and supply chain operations.
- Oversee subcontractor, vendor, and channel partner agreements to ensure alignment with prime contract requirements and compliance with all applicable contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records for each contract including versions, amendments, deliverables, compliance documentation, correspondence, and reporting obligations.
- Track contract performance, deliverables, milestones, and reporting requirements across multiple government, public sector, and commercial programs.
- Provide contract briefings, compliance updates, risk summaries, and strategic guidance to leadership and program managers.
- Support the development and implementation of scalable internal contract policies, tools, templates, and contract lifecycle management processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Assist in the preparation of representations, certifications, and other compliance documentation including SAM.gov registrations, CPARS support, SBA forms, and related government contracting requirements.
- Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, government customers, prime contractors, subcontractors, and external strategic partners.
- Synthesize complex legal and regulatory information for a cross-functional audience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field.
- U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in contract management, procurement, or similar field.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in government contracting.
- Experience with full-life cycle contract management for CPFF (Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee), FFP (Firm-Fixed-Proce), OTA (Other Transactions Authority) and T&M (Time & Materials) government and commercial contracts.
- Experience managing complex, multi-year contracts in government and international environments.
- Experience with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and federal procurement standards.
- Experience negotiating terms and managing contract execution and compliance.
- Understanding of contract structures, obligations, flow-downs, and performance requirements.
- Graduate degree in Business, Law, or Public Administration (Preferred).
- NCMA (National Contract Management Association) Certifications, such as CPCM, CFCM, or CCMA (Preferred).
- Proficiency with contract management tools or CRM systems (Preferred).
- Experience implementing CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) systems (Preferred).
- Experience with international contracting processes and export controls (Preferred).
- Active DoD security clearance; Secret or higher (Preferred).
Skills
- Contract Management
- Procurement
- Government Contracting
- FAR
- DFARS
- ITAR
- EAR
- Federal Procurement Standards
- Negotiation
- Contract Execution
- Compliance Management
- Risk Management
- Intellectual Property Considerations
- Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
- Contract Lifecycle Management Tools
- CRM Systems
- International Contracting
- Export Controls
- Proposal Development
- Task Order Management
- Contract Modifications
- Contract Close-out
- Public Sector Contracting
- Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
- SAM.gov Registrations
- CPARS Support
- SBA Forms
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Hybrid on-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in contract management, procurement, or similar field
- Minimum 4 years of experience in government contracting
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field
- Graduate degree in Business, Law, or Public Administration (Preferred)
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits
- Opportunities for career growth
- Medical, dental, and visions plans
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
- Equity grants for new hires
- Unlimited PTO
- 11 Paid holidays
- Generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November & December
- Generous Parental Leave
- Military Leave for annual training or service requirements
- FSA
- DCFSA
- HSA
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Access to One Medical
- Mental Health Resources (24/7 therapy, legal and financial support)
About the Company
- NODA is a Veteran-owned, venture-backed technology company that is transforming how unmanned systems collaborate in complex, mission-critical environments.
- We are developing next-generation solutions that enable the autonomous orchestration of heterogeneous unmanned systems across air, sea, land, and space with vital applications in the defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors.
- Joining NODA means working on meaningful technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomy alongside a team that thrives on innovation, rapid iteration, and collaboration.
Equal Opportunity
- NODA AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace and to maintaining equitable employment and hiring practices.
- We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
- As a federal contractor, NODA AI complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action requirements, including Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.
- We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruiting, hiring, and employment process.
- Consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with applicable fair chance and ban-the-box laws, including the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance where applicable.
- We actively encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities, to apply.
- NODA AI is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and accessible work environment for all applicants and employees.
- If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at careers@NodaIntelligence.ai or contact your recruiter so we can provide the support you need.
