Senior Specialist, Contracts

About Innovas: Innovas is transforming government innovation, delivering the mechanisms that turn ideas into action and accelerating progress where it matters most. With a focus on impact over bureaucracy, collaboration over silos, and solutions over status quo, we are built to act. We are a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and experts who value ingenuity and transparency. We thrive on tackling meaningful challenges, turning bold ideas into real-world impact. Whether you’re supporting technology acquisition, improving processes, or enabling collaboration, every role at Innovas helps move critical missions forward. Why work at Innovas: Be a part of something bigger. Work on projects that shape our nation’s future and deliver solutions with real-world impact. Embrace a world of possibility. Feel empowered to take risks. We respect creativity rooted in expertise and the ability to see unexpected options. Collaborate with passionate experts. Tackle meaningful challenges, alongside industry leaders and a team invested in your success. Job Description Are you a seasoned contracts professional with a passion for innovation and national defense? We're seeking a Senior Specialist, Contracts to lead contract activities across a dynamic portfolio of Other Transaction (OT)-based prototyping projects focused on emerging defense technologies. In this pivotal role, you'll serve as the primary contracts expert for assigned projects, supporting both our Department of Defense (DoD) customers and project Performers through all phases of prototype development. You'll collaborate across departments—including program management, marketing, and finance—to manage risk, ensure compliance, and drive successful project execution. What You'll Do Performs as the lead contracts specialist for assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle. Develops, prepares, reviews, and administers agreements, to include all associated supporting documents and/or other memoranda, that are compliant with policies, regulations, and statutes. Provides reviewed, edited, and ‘ready-to-approve’ contractual actions or other documentation for internal consideration & approval (i.e., Senior Contracts Manager review). Supports, participates, and/or acts as lead moderator in moderate-to-highly complex contract negotiations with performers and/or customers, as assigned. Leads troubleshooting efforts to resolve contractual issues and elevates to management when appropriate. Reviews contract terms to identify potential risk and monitors for compliance issues at prime, performer and sub-performer tiers. Prepares high-quality documentation, correspondence, and presentations to support various actions. Examines supporting materials and agreement documents, conducts timely research, and shares findings with supervisor and/or team as applicable. Authors high-quality documentation and correspondence. In coordination with supervisor & team, performs as a primary liaison between the organization and performers/customers for assigned workload. Maintains accurate, thorough, and complete contract records to ensure compliance with contractual, reporting, and regulatory requirements. What You Bring Bachelor’s Degree or other Advanced Degree in relevant fields of study such as Business Administration. A minimum of 5+ years of prior relevant contracting experience. Possession of, or an ability to receive, SECRET-level clearance. Direct experience in contract execution, procurement, or acquisition in support of a defense-centric contracting portfolio. Working knowledge and practical experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and other relevant regulations and instructions. Experience executing projects and contracts from inception to completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Competence in negotiating terms and resolving conflicts. Demonstrable mastery of contract-related communications & research. Familiarity with DoD acquisition policy related to R&D efforts and/or other alternative contracting methods. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple deadline-driven tasks and projects simultaneously. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, regulations, policies, and project requirements. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in contract documentation and management. Proficient with contract management software and tools, as well as general office software such as Microsoft Office Suite. Nice to Have DAWIIA Certification, NCMA Certification or equivalent certification. Direct experience with Other Transaction agreements (10 U.S. Code § 4021 & 4022). Previous signature authority or Contracting Officer / Agreements Officer warrant. Knowledge and understanding of the FAR Source Selection Processes and/or Commercial Supplier Selection Processes. Preferred Location This is a remote position supporting clients primarily on Pacific Time. Currently, we are only able to consider candidates residing in MO, NM, OR, TX, or WY . Travel Travel for this position is estimated up to 10% Come join the team that is helping to pave the way for innovative technology advancement! What We Offer: We strive to be one of the best places to work in America. We offer competitive salaries and benefits built to support you and your family. Medical and Dental Insurance: The company covers 90% of premiums for both individual and family medical and dental coverage Vision Insurance: Fully covered Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting Paid Time Off: Generous time off package that includes PTO, sick time, and paid holidays Above and Beyond the Core Benefits: Company-paid basic life and AD&D policy Voluntary life insurance Flexible & remote work structure that fits how you work best Monthly wellness reimbursement benefit & mental health support Community sponsorships Donation matching Professional development allowance If you need any form of accommodation for the interview process, please let us know at the time we contact you. Equal Opportunity Employer: Innovas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. Innovas transforms government innovation by delivering the mechanisms that turn ideas into action. Through a portfolio of distinct lines of business, we work with government and industry to remove barriers, align the right people and resources, and accelerate progress where it matters most. Innovas is built to act.