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Senior Contracting Support Manager

Applied Research Solutions
Bedford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Contracting Support Manager position at Applied Research Solutions?

ARS is seeking a Senior Contracting Support Manager, Top Secret, to work onsite at Hanscom AFB.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

  • Support price/cost evaluation activities.
  • The Contractor shall not participate in any negotiations.
  • Perform contract close-out activities.
  • Collect, compile, and analyze data.
  • Support clerical, administrative, and office operations.
  • Perform training associated with contract activities.
  • Identifying requirements.
  • Developing acquisition strategies.
  • Drafting requests for proposals or invitations for bids.
  • Evaluating vendor offers.
  • Administering executed contracts throughout their lifecycle.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications/Technical Experience Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Current/Prior experience within a DoD setting
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance/SCI/SAP
  • Bachelor's and or master's degree preferred
  • Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines (Program Office and Staff Level Support Interface)


Additional Information:

The expected annual salary range: $125k - $135k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity check.

Must abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

Must abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

Salary : $125,000 - $135,000

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