Contracts & Compliance Specialist

Diamond Antenna and Microwave•Littleton, MA

1d•$100,000

About The Position

The Contracts & Compliance Specialist supports the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts while ensuring adherence to applicable regulations such as FAR, DFARS, and export control laws. This role is critical in mitigating risk and ensuring contractual and regulatory compliance in a highly regulated aerospace and defense environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Business, Law, Supply Chain, or related)
2–5+ years in government contracting
Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and contract law basics
Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries
Contract negotiation & drafting
Regulatory compliance & risk management
Analytical thinking and attention to detail
Communication across technical and legal teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with ITAR/export compliance
Security clearance (or ability to obtain one)
ERP/contract management systems experience
CPCM certification

Responsibilities

Contract Management
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (e.g., NDAs, subcontracts, teaming agreements)
Manage contracts from proposal through closeout (“cradle-to-grave”)
Interpret terms and conditions and advise internal stakeholders
Support proposal development and pricing compliance
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and other government regulations
Monitor contract performance and identify compliance risks
Maintain documentation for audits (e.g., DCAA, internal audits)
Support export control and data protection requirements
Cross-Functional Coordination
Partner with operations, finance, procurement, and sales teams
Interface with U.S. government agencies, suppliers, representatives and customers
Provide guidance on contractual risk and compliance strategy
Reporting & Process Improvement
Track contract status, deliverables, and compliance metrics
Develop and improve contract lifecycle processes
Support internal training on compliance requirements