Senior Counsel, Government and Commercial Contracts

The Sensing Technologies Group (“STG”) is made up of several operating companies who together are seeking an experienced government contracting professional to join our Legal team.  STG will be part of Ralliant when the company is spun off from Fortive which is anticipated to be early in the third quarter of 2025.  This is a critical position responsible for managing our U.S. Government sell-side contracting process and improving and supporting government compliance programs. The role will also expand to include responsibilities for commercial contracts and other areas over time.  The AGC collaborates closely with STG Legal, Operations, Compliance, Finance, Sales, Cybersecurity experts, and Technical Operations to advance the business and mitigate associated risk. Accordingly, the successful candidate must enjoy communicating and collaborating cross-functionally and interacting regularly with senior management and government employees. Role is remote though on-site options are possible, but not required, if the successful candidate lives within commuting distance of an STG location.

Position Overview

The AGC serves as the primary point of contact throughout the life of the U.S. Federal Government (USG) contract and will support commercial contracting working with sales and customers. Responsibilities include contract administration, drafting, negotiation and advising the businesses on operational compliance required by STG USG and commercial contracts.

In This Role You Will

• Work with the Sales team to manage the contract lifecycle, including proposals, quotes, negotiations, awards, change orders, modifications, contract administration and close out
• Review and analyze terms and conditions and advise on compliance with FAR, GSAR, DFARS, other agency-specific regulations, and Executive Orders 
• Collaborate with cross functional teams on proposals and contract/negotiation strategy, performance work statements, statements of work, and service level agreements 
• Assist in preparing responses to RFIs, Sources Sought, and RFQs and perform final evaluation of STG responses prior to submission
• Conduct risk assessments, review and revise policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all US Government requirements
• Serve as the interface between USG Contracting Officers and the STG team and collaborate with business stakeholders to resolve contractual issues and disputes 
• Stay current on trends and developments related to USG contracts, such as regulatory changes, and partner with corporate IT security team to ensure STG meets cybersecurity compliance requirements 
• Develop and present USG contracts compliance training to business teams
• Manage SAM registration and updates, Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract management and updates, and FSS Industrial Funding Fee payments
• Drive continuous improvement and sustainment of contract policies, processes, and standard work
• Expectation is that over time this role will support other Legal needs beyond those relating solely to Government Contracts and Compliance
  
  
   

We Are Seeking Candidates with The Following Proven Experience

• JD from a top-tier law school
• Minimum of 8+ years’ USG contracting, both as a prime and subcontractor, with Department of Defense agencies, General Services Administration, Department of Energy, NASA, and other federal agencies, as well as significant commercial contracting experience
• Knowledge of and experience applying FAR and DFARS and other related requirements in contract development, management, and governance including managing GSA processes
• USG Commercial Item contracts administration
• Managing simple to complex commercial and government contract awards and proposals
• Familiarity with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program and contractual requirements
• Communicating effectively with all management levels, functional teams, and customers
• Working positively and productively in a team environment with strong oral and written communication, leadership, and people skills 
• Managing competing priorities with strong project management and critical thinking skills

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