Contracts Manager
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
Dayton, OHJobSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking a contracts leader to improve contracting processes, modernize infrastructure, and support defense and intelligence programs. The role oversees contract activities from formation through closeout, including proposals, negotiations, compliance, and stakeholder engagement. It also leads and develops a team, reviews deliverables, and partners with senior leadership on strategy across the contract lifecycle.
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At MTSI, we're known for putting people first, doing what's right, and delivering mission impact across defense and intelligence programs. We're growing, and we're looking for a Manager of Contracts who thrives on elevating processes, modernizing our contracting infrastructure, and shaping how critical contract activities support our customers and our future. As a dedicated contracting leader, you will enhance internal controls, reduce execution risk, and streamline contract actions. You will improve responsiveness, expand team capacity, and enhance support to Program Managers navigating demanding customer and reporting expectations. You will partner closely with your Senior Manager and VP to drive strategy and ensure excellence across the entire contract lifecycle. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, mentoring high-performing teams, and leading with integrity, this role might be your next chapter. What You'll Lead & Deliver Contract Administration & Negotiation *Administer multiple contracts from formation through closeout *Prepare price proposals and cost volumes for new business efforts *Review, draft, and negotiate contract terms and conditions *Negotiate NDAs, Teaming Agreements, and other contractual instruments *Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and customer requirements *Oversee OCI development *Influence pricing strategy or collaborate with a pricing team Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management *Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including DoD, Civilian, and Intelligence Community customers *Coordinate customer engagement with PMs, functional leads, and internal partners *Respond rapidly and effectively to stakeholder inquiries Leadership & Execution *Manage and execute moderately complex functional and business tasks *Lead development of functional products, reports, and deliverables *Review team deliverables for quality and completeness *Provide coaching and feedback to drive team improvement *Demonstrate ownership and accountability for assigned work Communication & Presentation *Clearly articulate contract requirements, processes, and results *Develop and deliver focused business presentations *Address feedback professionally and constructively Professional Engagement *Participate in professional development and corporate-sponsored events *Promote strong cross-functional teamwork and collaboration What You'll bring *Strong knowledge of contracting processes, regulatory requirements, and supplier relationship management *Strong ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment *Ability to work overtime as required to meet established deadlines *Expertise with contract management systems, Deltek, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) *Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical strength *Strong communicator with the ability to build trust and work across teams *Proven leadership experience, including people management and developing others *A drive for continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth Qualifications *Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; master's degree a plus *CPCM/CFCM highly desirable *10+ years of highly relevant contracts or functional experience *Deep FAR/DFARS expertise *Serves as a role model of MTSI's core values and culture *U.S. Citizenship is required. *Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance *Travel up to 10% as needed <
How this job compares
Set against the 471 open Contract Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$90–125K/yr321 salary ranges
- US median$28–36/hr24 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 14 open Contract Administrator jobs in Ohio and 471 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Contract Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 431 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 141 of the 471 open Contract Administrator jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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