Contracts Manager III, TS/SCI

JPL/NASA•Pasadena, CA

1d•$105,976 - $126,256•Onsite

About The Position

As a Contracts Manager III in JPL’s Contracts Management, Policy, and Compliance Section (2110), you will lead high-complexity contractual actions, shape institutional negotiation positions, and influence decisions across the Laboratory and with Sponsors. You will coordinate across key organizations to keep JPL’s contract posture consistent and aligned with institutional goals. The role involves independently managing complex contract matters that require advanced judgment and can significantly affect multifunctional organizations, business opportunities, and mission outcomes. You will lead complex proposals and modifications, guide negotiations, and coordinate with stakeholders throughout contract execution. You will also provide authoritative guidance on contractual rights, obligations, and regulatory requirements, negotiate a range of agreements, and maintain accessible contract records that comply with contract specifications and JPL policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field and at least 6 years of related experience; or a master’s degree in a related field and at least 4 years of related experience; or a Ph.D. in a similar discipline and at least 2 years of related experience.
Active TS/SCI clearance.
Advanced knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and government contracting principles in government contracts and/or prime/subcontract administration, NASA and/or JPL policies, and commercial contracting standards.
Strong judgment and exceptional communication skills, including the ability to influence legal, executive, and faculty stakeholders.
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ability to quickly learn JPL-specific financial and tracking software.
Ability to identify issues early and work with a team on practical solutions and continuous improvement.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, lead with integrity under pressure, and handle sensitive information discreetly.

Responsibilities

Independently manage complex contract matters requiring advanced judgment, contributing to business opportunities and mission outcomes.
Lead development of complex proposals and modifications involving contractual risk, including planning, requirements analysis, negotiation preparation, and stakeholder coordination.
Lead integrated teams and influence business and technical partners on contract impacts and implementation.
Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Program Management and Technical teams, and Sponsors throughout contract execution.
Interpret contract clauses and formulate negotiation approaches that account for operational, financial, and policy impacts across JPL.
Provide authoritative guidance on contractual rights, obligations, and regulatory requirements.
Negotiate complex agreements, including NDAs, MOUs, IPAs, and other contractual agreements.
Maintain accessible contract records and ensure documents comply with contract specifications and JPL policies.