Director of Compliance and Contracts (Government)

Job Description

Job Description

MUST BE CLOSE TO ONE OF OUR NINE SITES FOR CONSIDERATION

Position Summary: The Director of Contracts & Compliance serves as the company’s senior leader for contract management, compliance, and legal advisory support. This role is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of contracts—from proposal to closeout—while ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including FAR/DFAR, ITAR, and other applicable government contracting requirements. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in defense contracting, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to advise leadership on legal and compliance matters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Lead and manage the company’s contracts function, including negotiation, drafting, review, and administration of government and commercial contracts.

· Serve as the primary point of contact for contract negotiations with government agencies, primes, and subcontractors.

· Ensure compliance with federal regulations (FAR/DFAR), agency supplements, and company policies.

· Provide strategic legal and compliance guidance to senior leadership on matters related to contracts, procurement integrity, intellectual property, and risk management.

· Develop and maintain contract management processes, templates, and systems to increase efficiency and reduce risk.

· Monitor regulatory and legislative developments impacting defense contracting; update company leadership and policies accordingly.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Business Development, and Program Management teams to support proposals, bids, and contract performance.

· Oversee compliance training programs and internal audits to ensure alignment with federal contracting standards.

· Lead or support investigations into compliance matters, reporting requirements, and corrective action plans as necessary.

· Mentor and develop contracts and compliance staff to strengthen organizational capability.

Qualifications:

• Experience and Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years’ experience in contracts management
  • Extensive knowledge of U.S. Government contracting, FAR/DFARs regulations, and defense industry compliance requirements
  • Experience working with ITAR, Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and related regulatory frameworks
  • Juris Doctorate preferred
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to balance risk and operational priorities
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship building skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Physical Requirements:
  • Extended screen time
  • Ability to travel to ALIGN sites as needed

Travel Required: Travel to the ALIGN sites will be required as necessitated by the business.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitude, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety to themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Affirmative Action/Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: ALIGN PRECISION is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We are committed to creating a workplace where all qualified individuals are welcome and can thrive, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Manufacturing excellence starts from within. Our teams collaborate and share knowledge across our facilities. We thrive through continual learning and mentoring. From apprenticeship to leadership, our people are proud of the important work we do.

Company Description

Manufacturing excellence starts from within. Our teams collaborate and share knowledge across our facilities. We thrive through continual learning and mentoring. From apprenticeship to leadership, our people are proud of the important work we do.