Director, Contracts Administration

Honeywell Aerospace•San Jose, CA

2d•$199,000 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Contracts Director at Honeywell Aerospace, you will manage and oversee the contracts function, developing and implementing strategies and policies that support legal compliance and company objectives. You will lead contracts professionals and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract compliance, resolve issues, support business growth, and mitigate risk. The role is based in San Jose, California, and follows an on-site hybrid work schedule. You will report to the Senior Director of Contracts. The position directs contract administration, proposal preparation, negotiations, and customer contact activities. It involves resolving complex legal and contractual issues, protecting the company’s proprietary interests, advising management on contractual rights and obligations, and representing the company with senior-level customers and government representatives. The role also requires keeping current on applicable commercial, government, and international laws and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information. The role requires at least seven years of experience managing or negotiating contracts. A bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field is listed among the valued qualifications. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for clearance processing for this role.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience managing or negotiating contracts.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).
Non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for clearance processing for this role.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, law, or a related field.
Juris Doctor degree.
People leadership experience.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
Experience in contract management within aerospace or related industries.
Ability to analyze and interpret terms and conditions.
Attention to detail and ability to work across functions.
Drive for efficiencies and process improvements.
Strong organization and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Direct the administration of assigned contracts, including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents to protect the company’s contractual posture.
Direct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to support proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Identify complex legal or contractual issues, lead development of solutions, and guide management in resolving them while ensuring contract administration supports program objectives.
Protect the company’s proprietary interests and ensure company policies are followed, including review processes for reports, papers, and articles.
Direct agreement reviews and evaluate documentation and authorization forms to identify problematic provisions and determine whether minimum requirements are met.
Advise management on contractual rights, issues, and obligations and interpret terms and conditions.
Coordinate solicitation reviews and assist with proposal drafting to satisfy customer objectives and protect company interests.
Act as the primary contact for contracts activities and issues.
Represent the company with senior-level customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
Stay current on commercial, government, and international laws, regulations, and practices affecting contracts and related agreements.
Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Lead a team of contracts professionals and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract compliance and resolve issues.