# Director of Contracts - Company: [Fuse]() - Location: Washington D\.C\. · San Leandro, California - Team: Business Ops\. - Employment type: Full Time - Salary: $180K – $250K - Posted: August 19, 2026 ## Job description ## **About Fuse** We are building one of the most potentially consequential companies of the century. Our mission is to accelerate the world's transition to fusion energy while safeguarding humankind. This is not a normal company. This is not a normal job. We are committed for the long term to win. ## **About the Role** You'll be responsible for Fuse's federal contracting portfolio from acquisition strategy through execution. This is not a narrow contracts-administration role. You'll help shape how Fuse pursues, negotiates, structures, and executes complex U.S. government work, while keeping the company compliant as the portfolio grows. ## **What We Value** * Obsess about the details — sloppy work costs us later, so do it right the first time. * Care — pick up the trash. Do things no one asks you to do. Go the extra mile because you care. * Act with urgency — every hour matters more than it feels like it does. * Be responsible for the outcome, not just the task; if it is not working, it remains your problem until it is fixed. * Assume good intent — disagree openly, then commit fully once a call is made. ## **Core Responsibilities** * Guide the planning, proposal support, negotiation, and execution/maintenance of US federal government contract vehicles. * Be responsible for the end-to-end, cradle-to-grave contracting process across the federal contract portfolio. * Develop and grow a library of strategic agreements and contracts to enable clear, efficient engagement with US federal government customers. * Collaborate with legal, product, sales, and engineering teams to drive strategic contract pricing and terms and conditions. * Support business development and other functional teams in identifying, assessing, and developing new contract opportunities. * Support development of strategic partnerships with outside businesses to enable unique contract teaming arrangements. * Be responsible for operational compliance with cybersecurity and supply chain requirements applicable to federal contracts, including CMMC, Section 889, supply chain risk management (SCRM), and FOCI/CFIUS-related contractual obligations, in coordination with security, IT, and legal. * Manage GSA Schedule (Multiple Award Schedule) administration, including modifications and scope reviews. ## **Minimum Qualifications** * 8+ years of experience working on US government contracts matters. * Solid understanding of the government procurement process, particularly contract vehicles and types, including non-traditional and new technology acquisition approaches. * Judgment and initiative to lead multiple projects end-to-end. * Quick learner and independent performer who also contributes effectively to a broader team. * High attention to detail and a process-oriented approach, paired with a willingness to push for new or creative solutions and applications. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Proven ability leading teams through the planning and execution of complex contracts for major systems and services. * Experience with contract lifecycle management and government-contracting business systems. * Enjoys working in a collaborative environment and implementing innovative solutions across the organization. ## **Preferred Qualifications** * 10+ years of experience in complex US government contracting/acquisition. * Direct experience both within the US government and private industry. * Expert knowledge of and practical experience interpreting and applying the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other FAR supplements (e.g., GSAM). * Direct experience spanning all major contract types (FFP, FPI, CPIF, CPAF, CPFF, T&M, BOA, ID/IQ), including LOE and outcome-based/completion contracts, as well as hands-on experience with Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs), and commercial-item acquisitions under FAR Part 12. * Active security clearance. ## **Additional Requirements** * This is not a remote position and will require relocation if not already local to Fuse's Washington, DC or San Leandro, CA facility (as applicable to this role). * Position requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed. * Position may require some business travel to other Fuse facilities. ## **Security Clearance** This role may require the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. ## **Benefits** * Medical, dental, and vision coverage. * Relocation assistance for roles that require it. * Flexible time off. Take what you need, no accrual tracking. * 2 weeks of paid time off built into the end of each year (subject to team and business needs). * Supportive leave of absence policies. * Paid leave for new parents. ## **ITAR Requirements** To conform to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you 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. ## **Equal Opportunity** Fuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Fuse is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, ancestry, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. ## Apply [Apply on Fuse]() Canonical job page: