Contracts Manager

Iridium Satellite•McLean, VA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Contracts Manager role will play a critical role in shaping and managing the contractual framework that supports Aireon’s global operations. This position is responsible for developing, negotiating, and administering a wide range of commercial agreements in a professional, timely, and results‑driven manner. The ideal candidate will bring strong business judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to support dynamic domestic and international activities across Aireon’s growing global business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in business or commercial contracting (e.g., proposal development, contract negotiation, contract administration, procurement management, subcontractor oversight).
Solid understanding of commercial contract law, procurement processes, and contract administration practices.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team or those who are unfamiliar with the topic
Have confidence and be able to easily build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your team
Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutions
Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others
Capable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met
U.S. citizen

Nice To Haves

Experience working in international business environments.
Background in aerospace, defense, or satellite communications industries.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial agreements, including service contracts, consulting agreements, purchase orders, statements of work, non disclosure agreements, and other customer facing documents.
Ensure internal contract templates, records, and documentation are accurate, current, and well organized.
Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to address contractual and business issues, clarify requirements, and drive mutually beneficial outcomes.
Provide strategic advice and support to cross functional teams pursuing new business opportunities or preparing contract packages.
Maintain comprehensive physical and electronic contract files in accordance with company requirements and best practices.
Build and strengthen productive relationships with internal clients to ensure their needs are understood and met with responsive, practical solutions.
Contribute to the evolution and continuous improvement of contract policies, processes, and workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce cycle time.
Work in partnership with the Legal Department to analyze and interpret commercial, legal, export control, licensing, intellectual property, and product liability issues and ensure they are accurately incorporated into contract terms.
Participate in bid strategy development and coordinate proposal activities (RFPs, RFIs, etc.) with Sales teams to support compliant, competitive, and compelling submissions.