Contracts Principal

Location: El Segundo, California, USA

Salary: USD 110,000–150,000 yearly

Company

hirify.global delivers data-driven systems engineering, advanced analytics, R&D, and strategic advisory solutions for aerospace, biosecurity, defense, and U.S. government missions.

What you will do

• Prepare, negotiate, review, accept, and administer government contracts, subcontracts, and related contractual instruments.
• Monitor contract performance, deliverables, schedules, modifications, and compliance obligations throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Analyze cost estimates, performance requirements, delivery schedules, contractual terms, and business risks.
• Advise management and program leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risks, interpretations, and business impacts.
• Coordinate with program management, finance, procurement, legal, technical teams, and other stakeholders to resolve contractual issues.
• Develop contracting guidance, policy improvements, procedures, and acquisition-related materials.

Requirements

• Active DoW Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI) required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, master’s degree with 8+ years, or PhD/JD with 2+ years.
• Extensive experience in government contracting, contract negotiation, contract administration, or subcontract management.
• Knowledge of government contracting regulations, acquisition requirements, contract compliance, and contract lifecycle management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, decision-making, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities independently and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-focused work supporting U.S. Space Force and other government programs.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Educational reimbursement program.
• Position is contingent upon contract award.