Contract Manager

Voyager Technologies • Folsom, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Voyager is seeking a proactive, business-minded Contracts Manager to lead contract strategy, negotiation, and execution across a portfolio of commercial and government-facing programs. This role requires the ability to operate across a range of contracting environments, including commercial fixed-price agreements and contracts incorporating U.S. Government regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAR/DFARS). The Contracts Manager will serve as a strategic partner across Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain helping drive disciplined contract execution, protect margins, and enable scalable growth. This role works cross-functionally across the organization and interfaces directly with customers, partners, and suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Finance, Contracts, or related)
• 10+ years of experience in contracts
• Strong experience with: Commercial FFP contracts
• FAR/DFARS (flowdowns required; prime experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to: Negotiate complex agreements independently
• Analyze and mitigate contractual risk
• Work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience transitioning from commercial → government contracting environments
• Professional certification (NCMA – CPCM/CCCM)
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Own Contract Strategy & Lifecycle: Manage contracts across the full lifecycle: RFP - proposal – negotiation - award - execution - closeout
• Lead contract structuring and positioning to support favorable business outcomes
• Ensure contract documentation, compliance, and audit readiness
• Lead Negotiations & External Engagement: Negotiate directly with primes, customers, and suppliers on terms, pricing structures, and changes
• Serve as the primary contractual point of contact with customers and partners
• Represent the company with professionalism and credibility in all external interactions
• Identify Risk & Drive Mitigation: Identify contractual, financial, and operational risks early and proactively drive mitigation strategies
• Evaluate: Scope risk / scope creep
• Pricing exposure
• Compliance and regulatory risk
• Advise leadership with clear, actionable recommendations
• Support Proposal & Business Development: Review solicitations and shape proposal strategy and contract structure
• Partner with Finance and BD on pricing alignment and contract positioning
• Support evaluation of opportunities, including risk/reward tradeoffs
• Ensure Compliance & Enable Future Government Work: Ensure compliance with: FAR / DFARS (current flowdowns → future direct contracts)
• ITAR / export controls
• Internal policies and audit requirements
• Interpret clauses and ensure proper flowdowns to subcontractors and suppliers
• Support readiness for CPSR and increased government scrutiny
• Drive Cross-Functional Execution: Act as a true business partner, not just a contracts administrator
• Work across: Programs
• Engineering
• Finance (pricing, revenue recognition)
• Legal and compliance
• Help resolve contract issues quickly and keep programs moving
• Must be able to travel between multiple sites, as needed

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more!
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior