Contracts Manager

Columbus Technologies and Services Inc•Pasadena, CA

25d•$42 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

The Task Order Management Group within JPL's Financial & Business Operations Directorate manages task orders under the Caltech–NASA Prime Contract that operates JPL. The group handles day-to-day contract management, ensures compliance with contractual requirements, and supports JPL's mission through effective task order administration. As a Level 3 Contracts Manager, you will manage the lifecycle of task orders from initiation through close-out, provide strategic guidance, and resolve complex contractual issues. You will serve as a primary interface with NASA, internal stakeholders, and sponsoring agencies for task order development, management, and modification. The role requires strong analytical skills, independent judgment, and the ability to influence decisions across multiple organizations while working collaboratively in a stakeholder-heavy environment. This is a six-month W2 contract position with potential to be extended or converted. It is onsite at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California. The role requires U.S. citizenship and customer- and contract-specific training, which will be provided. The offer is contingent on successfully passing a background check and drug screen. The position follows a 9/80 work schedule. The stated U.S. base pay range is $42–$60 per hour plus benefits.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Typically, a bachelor's degree in business administration, business law, or a related discipline and at least six years of related experience; or a master's degree in a similar discipline and at least four years of related experience; or a PhD (including JD) in a similar discipline and at least two years of related experience.
Extensive understanding and experience managing multiple government contracts.
Extensive understanding of and ability to apply FAR-based contracting principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards in government contracting, including Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials, and other Cost Type contracts.
Active TS/SCI security clearance or ability to obtain the clearance.

Responsibilities

Independently manage a portfolio of complex research and development task orders under the Caltech–NASA Prime Contract, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and timely execution of modifications, renewals, funding actions, and no-cost extensions.
Coordinate discussions with NASA, sponsors, and internal stakeholders regarding task order changes, funding adjustments, and other contractual matters.
Interpret task order requirements and advise project teams on contractual obligations, risks, and compliance strategies.
Partner with pricing, business, legal, program management, and technical teams to resolve issues and support smooth task order execution.
Oversee preparation, review, and maintenance of task order documentation for accuracy and adherence to JPL and NASA requirements.