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# Contract Manager at MKS2 Technologies

- **Company:** MKS2 Technologies
- **Location:** Fort Leavenworth, KS
- **Posted:** 2026-10-16
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-29
- **Apply:** https://www.mks2.com/job/6226258004?gh_jid=6226258004

## Job description

MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.

Contract Manager

Army Training Products | Training Management Directorate (TMD) Location: Fort Leavenworth, KS Experience Level: Senior Clearance: Active Secret required

Position Summary

MKS2 Technologies is seeking experienced Army training and operations professionals to serve as a Contract Manager supporting the Army Training Products mission at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

These positions will provide leadership and oversight for personnel supporting the development and sustainment of critical Army training products, including Combined Arms Training Strategies (CATS), Army Training and Evaluation Program (ARTEP) products, Standard Mission Essential Task Lists (METLs), and other Army training-readiness requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive Army operational and training experience, a strong understanding of the Army Training Management process, and experience working at the Battalion or Brigade level.

## Key Responsibilities

- Provide day-to-day leadership and management of personnel supporting Army training-product development and sustainment.
- Serve as a primary management interface with Government leadership.
- Manage team priorities, schedules, deliverables, resource requirements, risks, and overall contract execution.
- Oversee development and sustainment activities involving CATS, ARTEP/Mission Training Plans, Standard METLs, and related Army training products.
- Ensure work aligns with Army training-management doctrine, applicable TRADOC guidance, contract requirements, and quality standards.
- Coordinate with TMD, Army proponents, operational organizations, and other Army and Joint stakeholders.
- Monitor performance and proactively address risks affecting schedule, staffing, quality, or technical execution.
- Participate in Government meetings, In-Progress Reviews (IPRs), working groups, conferences, and technical discussions.
- Support the development of work plans, status reports, briefings, technical documentation, and contract deliverables.
- Maintain a strong, responsive, and mission-focused relationship with Government stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

- Active Secret security clearance at the time of response.
- Bachelor’s degree in any field OR graduate of military professional education equivalent to:
- Command and General Staff College (CGSC)
- Sergeant Majors Academy
- Army-specific specialty course
- 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
- Military planning
- Training
- Operations
- Logistics
- Intelligence
- Force design/development
- Capability development
- Training development
- Experience serving on a Battalion- or Brigade-level staff in an operations position.
- Experience serving as part of the Command Team of a Battalion-level or higher organization, or previous experience managing proponent CATS requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Army Training Management process.
- Working knowledge of Combined Arms Training Strategy (CATS) development in accordance with TRADOC Pamphlet 350-70-1.
- Working knowledge of:
- Digital Training Management System (DTMS)
- ATMS Development Tool
- Army Training Network (ATN)
- Branch-qualified Army experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lead teams and coordinate complex requirements across military, Government, and contractor stakeholders.

## Preferred Experience

Candidates will be particularly competitive with previous experience supporting:

- U.S. Army Combined Arms Center (CAC)
- TRADOC
- Army Centers of Excellence
- Army training proponents
- CATS development and sustainment
- ARTEP/Mission Training Plans
- Standard METLs
- Army training-readiness products
- Training strategy and task-based training development

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Army leader who understands both the operational Army and institutional training environment. This individual should be comfortable leading personnel, coordinating with senior Government and military stakeholders, managing deliverables, and applying Army training doctrine and systems to support training-product development.

Candidates with direct Battalion/Brigade operations experience, CATS expertise, DTMS/ATN familiarity, and an active Secret clearance will be especially well aligned with this opportunity.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

## About MKS2 Technologies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: MKS2 Technologies is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides IT, cyber security, and strategic consulting services to federal government agencies and commercial clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (SDVOSB)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2008
- **Founders**: Brendan Mullen

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Defense & Space / Government Services / IT Services
- **Target Customers**: B2G (Federal Government – DoD, VA, Army, Navy), commercial clients
- **Mission / Purpose**: “Mission, Knowledge, Strategies, and Solutions” – Helping clients define their mission, leverage domain knowledge, formulate strategies, and implement effective solutions.

## Products & Services
MKS2 Technologies is a services company, not a product company. Its core offerings are:
- **IT Enterprise Solutions**: Design, implementation, sustainment, and management of IT infrastructure for federal agencies.
- **Cyber Security Services**: Cyber security support, compliance, and engineering (e.g., PAM, SOAR, SOC/NOC operations).
- **Strategic & Management Consulting**: Agile capability-driven approach to solve analytical and operational challenges.
- **Instructional Design & Training**: Computer training, professional development, and educational support services.
- **Enterprise Application Development**: Custom software development and systems integration.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – USD **$24.9 million** (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: No external investors; key clients include the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Army, and U.S. Navy. In 2023, MKS2 won a **$221 million Army contract** for the Transition Assistance Program.
- **Growth Signals**: Named to the **Inc. 5000** list in 2024 (ranked #3,037 overall, #92 in Government Services). However, headcount declined 49% year-over-year to 143 employees, signaling a possible restructuring or shift toward higher-value contracts.

## Competitive Advantages
- **SDVOSB Certification**: Provides preferential status in federal contracting.
- **Founder’s Military Background**: Founded by a former combat veteran and West Point graduate, the company’s values align with federal mission needs.
- **Deep Federal Network**: Long-standing relationships across intelligence, national security, and civilian agencies.
- **Agile Methodology**: A capability-driven, rapid-response approach that differentiates it from traditional integrators.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current Priorities**: Expanding support for defense and veteran-related programs (e.g., Transition Assistance Program), maintaining key federal contracts, and recruiting cleared technical talent.
- **Growth Direction**: Likely to deepen its footprint in cyber security, cloud engineering, and automation (SOAR, Dynatrace) while leveraging its small business status to win set-aside contracts.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Collaborative & Innovative,” with a focus on employee well-being and open communication. The company emphasizes that “the most important asset of any organization is its people.”
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/remote opportunities exist for some roles (e.g., Dynatrace Instrumentation Engineer is remote), but many positions require on-site support at federal locations (e.g., Washington DC, Annapolis Junction, Tucson). Personnel are located in 43+ states plus overseas (Germany, Italy, South Korea).
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, life) starting the first of the month after hire; bonus programs (signing, time-in-grade, performance); 15+ days of paid time off; educational assistance (class reimbursement, college debt programs, professional development, book buy-back).
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on technical roles like cyber security, systems engineering, and software development. Employees often come from or go to other defense contractors (General Dynamics, Booz Allen, Serco). The company values long-term commitment and professional growth.

## Sources
1. [MKS2 Technologies Website](https://www.mks2.com/)
2. [MKS2 Technologies Careers Page](https://www.mks2.com/careers/)
3. [MKS2 Technologies LinkedIn Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mks2-llc)
4. [MKS2 Technologies Inc. 5000 Profile](https://www.inc.com/profile/mks2-technologies)

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