[Hiring] Senior Contracts Principal @SAIC

Role Description

SAIC is hiring a Senior Contracts Principal to lead the preparation, negotiation, and administration of large‑scale Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and defined‑delivery federal government contracts. This role ensures compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications while guiding contractual strategies that align with program objectives and business outcomes. The ideal candidate is well-versed in federal contract and proposal management processes and serves as a strategic advisor to Program Managers, senior leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders across SAIC. This position is 100% remote and may require some travel to Reston, VA.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Contract Management:
  • Administer complex contracts throughout their lifecycle, including acquisition, baseline management, execution, and closeout.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (FAR/DFARS), company policies, and contractual obligations.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in reviewing, interpreting, and negotiating contract terms and conditions.
  • Proactively identify areas of risk, develop mitigation strategies, and propose solutions to protect SAIC’s financial interests.
  • Maintain the integrity of the contract baseline, including deliverables, responsibilities, and key milestones.
  • Track, manage, and communicate contract changes, modifications, and obligations.
  • Support audits, contract data requests, and compliance assessments as needed.
• Proposal Development:
  • Evaluate and guide proposal activities in collaboration with Program Managers, capture teams, and pricing analysts.
  • Ensure proposals meet regulatory and contractual requirements while optimizing for SAIC's competitive advantage.
  • Draft proposal-specific terms and conditions, identify risk areas, and lead the development of creative solutions.
  • Support the negotiation and finalization of contract awards.
• Negotiation & Business Strategy:
  • Lead the resolution of complex contractual issues by developing comprehensive negotiation strategies.
  • Engage directly with Federal clients to negotiate terms, resolve disputes, and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Work as a trusted business partner to Program Managers by conducting detailed program risk assessments.
  • Leverage financial and contractual acumen to evaluate impacts of proposed changes.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Collaborate cross-functionally across SAIC to align proposal, contract, and program activities.
  • Synthesize and effectively communicate complex legal, financial, and programmatic topics to diverse stakeholders.
  • Proactively share best practices and innovative solutions to enhance processes related to contract management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of federal contracts/contract management experience; Master’s degree and 13+ years of experience; or PhD/JD and 10+ years of experience.
• Four years of related professional experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Extensive experience negotiating and managing a variety of contract types, including FFP and FPIF.
• Proficiency in FAR and federal procurement processes required.
• Strategic thinker with proven ability to act as a business advisor and build stakeholder relationships.
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve complex contractual and financial issues.
• US citizenship is required and ability to obtain a Public Trust is required to maintain employment.
• Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) preferred.

Company Description

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.