Director of Contracts
Company: Shield AI
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Introduction to Shield AIShield AI's mission is to protect
service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI
is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built
around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and
world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI's products and
people have supported operations around the world with the US
Department of Defense and our allies. Most recently, we acquired
Heron Systems and Martin UAV as wholly owned subsidiaries of Shield
AI. Join our team and shape the future of artificially intelligent
systems.As Direct of Contracts, you will build, manage, and lead
all aspects of the Contracts organization - both domestic and
international. This includes a wide array of activities to support
the growth of the business. You will join a high performing legal
team that shares a genuine commitment to our mission and our
values.What you'll do:
- Be accountable for all aspects of the Contracts function
- Build, manage and grow the Contracts team to support the
current and future needs of the business
- Stand up, maintain and continually improve processes to
standardize and streamline Contracts function
- Directly lead major proposals, monitor large contracts and
advance key negotiations
- Coordinate with the finance function to achieve the Company's
financial objectives
- Alert Counsel and Executive Team when identifying risks and
compliance with various regulationsRequired Qualifications:
- 15+ years of work on domestic and international contracts,
preferably with a defense contractor or Government
- Deep understanding of government procurement process and
FAR/DFAR regulations
- Judgment and initiative required to own multiple projects from
end-to-end
- Experience with DCS, FMF, FMS international sales
- Strong communication and interpersonal skillsPreferred
qualifications
- Quick learner and able to contribute to the broader start-up
legal function
- Combination of industry and government experience
- Desire and ability to support other business objectives and
activities and required (e.g., M&A)If you're interested in
being part of our team, apply now!Shield AI is proud to be an equal
opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are
committed toequal employment opportunity regardless of race, color,
ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age,
marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If
you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation,
please let us know.To conform to U.S. Government regulations,
applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the
U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or
eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.
Department of State.
Keywords: Shield AI, San Diego , Director of Contracts, Executive , San Diego, California
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