Director, Contracts Administration
About The Position
As a Contracts Director at Honeywell Aerospace, this role manages and oversees the contracts function, developing and implementing contracts strategies and policies to ensure compliance with legal requirements and company objectives. The Director leads contracts professionals and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure contract compliance and resolve issues, supporting business growth and risk mitigation. The position reports to the Sr Director of Contracts and is based in San Jose, California, with an on-site hybrid work schedule. It requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance under 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM). Non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for clearance processing. The role supports work with a cleared entity subject to FOCI mitigation requirements; certain roles involving management, oversight of cleared personnel, or access to classified information must be performed by U.S. citizens eligible for clearance.
Requirements
- 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).
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.
- Ability to drive efficiencies and process improvements.
- Strong organization and project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Direct 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 contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
- Identify high-level legal or contractual issues, lead solution development, and guide management in resolving complex issues while ensuring contract administration supports program objectives.
- Protect the company's proprietary interests and ensure company policies are followed, including processes for reviewing reports, papers, and articles.
- Direct reviews of agreements 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.
- Serve as the primary contact for contract activities and issues, representing the company with senior-level customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
- Remain 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.
Benefits
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
- Employee assistance program.
- Educational assistance.
- Parental leave.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
