Contracts Specialist, Defense Unicorns
$86.4-118.8k
+ Stock options
More information about location
Software for national security systems
Open for applications
Software for national security systems
101-200 employees
Open for applications
$86.4-118.8k
+ Stock options
More information about location
101-200 employees
Company mission
To create software to solve the unique challenges experienced by the government.
Role
Who you are
- 3-5 years of experience in contracting (can be industry or government)
- Strong understanding of contract management principles
- Well experienced in both pre-award and post-award activities
- Excellent negotiation, communication (verbal and written), and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience with estimating and price analysis
- Proven track record of taking initiative and being proactive
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience working in a remote work environment
- Knowledge or experience with non-traditional Government contract vehicles, such as SBIR/STTR programs, GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS), Tradewinds solicitations, and other innovative or OTA-based contracting paths
- Experience with commercial software licensing models, including subscription-based (e.g., SaaS), enterprise licensing, or dual-use technology offerings tailored for both public and private sector customers
What the job involves
- As a member of the Contracts Management team at Defense Unicorns, the Contract Specialist, in coordination with the Contracts Manager and General Counsel, interfaces with a motivated team of Unicorns and Mission Heroes in fast-paced environments
- The Contracts Management team is responsible for providing cradle-to-grave contract and subcontract support along with contributions to proposal efforts, all in support of various contract types for government and commercial customers
- Types of contracts include FAR/DFARS-based Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) and non-traditional vehicles such as SBIR/STTRs, GSA MAS, and Tradewinds
- Support of these contracts involves working closely with teams across Defense Unicorns and customer organizations
- Proposal development
- Contract preparation, negotiation, administration and close-out
- Contract compliance
- Contract pricing
- Pre-award negotiation of contract terms
- Assist in pricing efforts and develop estimates in support of project scoping
- Draft, review and negotiate NDAs, teaming agreements, and similar agreements
- Execute contract modifications, amendments, and extensions in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Maintain strong, positive relationships with clients and other segments of the organization, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction with contract execution
- Develop agreement language and templates as necessary
- Take initiative and be proactive with self-starting projects or taskings
- Understand obligations of contracts and act as advisor to company regarding contractual terms and conditions
- Utilize analytical skills, negotiation experience, and written communication to effectively perform job duties
- Oversee and manage the administration of contracts from the point of award through contract closure
- Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of all contract-related documents and correspondence
Our take
Military defence technology is having to adapt at a quickening pace. However, innovations in the tech sector, outdated technology, varied compute environments and complex security and compliance issues create lags in new defence technology. Defense Unicorns is an open-source tech developer aiming to minimise this lag.
Founded by former Department of Defense software engineers, Defense Unicorns uses AI and innovative software to create military technology for various uses and combat landscapes. The company is particularly focused on tech that can be used in “air-gapped” areas - those that are disconnected from the internet.
In terms of the company's future position in the market, it's notable that the US annual defence budget specifically for IT and cyber has increased to just under $59 billion in 2024. This funding growth exemplifies a rapidly changing combat landscape set against an unpredictable global backdrop, one in which Defense Unicorns has the chance to be an important player.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Feb 2024
$35m
SERIES A
Oct 2022
$0.5m
SEED
Total funding: $35.5m
Company benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision (premiums are 100% company paid)
- Health reimbursement account
- Life insurance & disability insurance
- 401k with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)
- Company stock options
- Home office setup budget
- Unlimited paid time off, with a mandatory 10 days off on top of 11 federal government holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Reimbursement for approved trainings/subscriptions
- Conferences (travel, lodging, and fees)
Company HQ
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
Leadership
Robert Slaughter
(Co-Founder & CEO)Works as a Trainer at Project Blue. Previously the Director of DoD Platform One, a Counselor at SpaceCAMP, and worked in DevOps for the US Airforce.
Andrew Greene
(Co-Founder & Engineer)Previously worked for DoD Platform One. Was also a Software Engineer at Omitron and at SGT.
Jeff McCoy
(Co-Founder)Previously Co-Founder and CTO at Platform One, Was also CTO at SpaceCAMP, Senior Software Engineer at Defense Innovation Unit, and Co-Founder at DDS Rogue Squadron.
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