Manager, Defense Contract

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

If you possess exceptional business acumen and the ability to see the forest AND the trees, you can make the most of your unique insight and expertise as part of Ford's Global Strategy team. We provide the thought leadership that helps advance Ford's strategic objectives. We translate information into action as we apply in-depth knowledge to enable timely decisions and responsible allocation of enterprise resources.

In this position...

• The Defense Contract Manager role will drive "cradle-to-grave" contract and subcontract management for defense vehicle programs-spanning from initial capture and proposal activities to execution, change management, and final closeout.

• This is a dynamic, high-visibility role requiring a deep understanding of government procurement, direct engagement with internal executives, and strong relationship-building with Department of War (DoW) personnel.

• We operate as an agile, startup environment within Ford Motor Company.

• This is a highly collaborative team, and we are looking for teammates who are hungry to innovate and willing to put on multiple hats to make the team successful.

• If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your impact is felt daily, you will fit right in.

Manager, Defense Contract

What you'll do...

• Cradle-to-Grave Administration: Manage the full lifecycle of federal contracts and subcontracts for assigned defense vehicle and engineering programs.

• Proposal & Capture Support: Lead bid and proposal activities, including drafting Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and subcontracting frameworks.

• Regulatory Compliance: Interpret and apply Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) regulations.

• Stakeholder Interfacing: Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with U.S. military customers, government agencies, and internal leadership.

• Subcontractor & Supplier Management: Partner with Ford stakeholders to ensure compliant procurement procedures to manage supply chain risks and ensure subcontractors meet federal guidelines.

What you'll do...

• Cradle-to-Grave Administration: Manage the full lifecycle of federal contracts and subcontracts for assigned defense vehicle and engineering programs.

• Proposal & Capture Support: Lead bid and proposal activities, including drafting Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and subcontracting frameworks.

• Regulatory Compliance: Interpret and apply Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) regulations.

• Stakeholder Interfacing: Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with U.S. military customers, government agencies, and internal leadership.

• Subcontractor & Supplier Management: Partner with Ford stakeholders to ensure compliant procurement procedures to manage supply chain risks and ensure subcontractors meet federal guidelines.