Contracts and Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Contracts & Compliance Specialist

Westford, MA Area

Overview

The Contracts & Compliance Specialist will manage the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts while ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and other applicable regulations. This role is critical to minimizing risk, maintaining contractual integrity, and supporting operations within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and related contracts
• Manage contracts throughout the full lifecycle, from proposal through closeout
• Interpret contract terms and provide guidance to internal stakeholders
• Support proposal development and pricing compliance activities

Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and related regulatory requirements
• Monitor contract performance and identify potential compliance risks
• Maintain audit ready documentation for DCAA and internal audits
• Support export control and data protection initiatives

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner with operations, finance, procurement, and sales teams
• Interface with government agencies, customers, and suppliers
• Advise leadership on contractual risk and compliance matters

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Track contract deliverables, status, and compliance metrics
• Improve contract lifecycle processes and internal controls
• Assist with compliance training and best practices

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 2 to 5+ years of experience in government contracting

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting fundamentals
• Experience within aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries preferred
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to assess and mitigate risk

Compensation

Salary range: $98,000 to $100,000

GCR is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

GCR Professional Services is an engineering and information technology staffing firm (direct-hire, consultants, contract-to-hire).

Company Description

GCR Professional Services is an engineering and information technology staffing firm (direct-hire, consultants, contract-to-hire).