Government Contracts Lead

Job description

About Shift5 Shift5 is building the data platform for onboard operational technology (OT). We deliver cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance capabilities that enable defense and commercial fleets to operate with greater readiness, resilience, and mission assurance. We are seeking a mission-aligned Government Contracts Lead to support and scale our growing portfolio of U.S. Government and commercial contracts, driving operational rigor and enabling revenue execution. This role sits at the intersection of Legal, Finance, and Go-To-Market and will play a critical role in supporting Shift5’s next phase of growth. This is not a purely administrative role. It requires ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to balance risk with business velocity in a fast-paced, regulated environment. What You’ll Do: - Lead and execute contract drafting, review, and negotiation across government and commercial agreements. - Own the full contract lifecycle from intake through execution, renewal, and record management. - Partner closely with Sales, Finance, Legal, and Compliance to structure deals and mitigate risk. - Drive measurable impact in revenue enablement and deal velocity by redu...