Director, Contracts & Compliance

Axillon Aerospace • Rockmart, GA

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a strategic, commercially minded Director of Contracts & Compliance to lead high-impact contract negotiations, compliance governance, and risk management across a rapidly growing aerospace business. This is an opportunity to influence critical business decisions, partner directly with executive leadership, and help drive the next phase of growth in a dynamic, highly regulated industry. If you thrive in complex negotiations, understand the intersection of business strategy and compliance, and enjoy operating in fast-moving environments where your expertise truly matters — this role is built for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience within the aerospace industry, including commercial and/or DoD environments
• Strong background negotiating complex, multimillion-dollar contracts
• Knowledge of government contracting, trade compliance, and regulated industry frameworks
• Experience managing contract planning, flow-downs, and compliance obligations
• Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred
• Aerospace composites or advanced materials
• Civil and defense aerospace markets
• Export controls and regulatory compliance environments

Responsibilities

• Drive negotiations for sophisticated commercial and government agreements
• Structure contract terms that protect the company while enabling business growth
• Assess and mitigate risk related to scope, indemnification, performance guarantees, penalties, and regulatory obligations
• Ensure contractual commitments align with operational capabilities and financial targets
• Oversee compliance across commercial pursuits, contracts, export controls, and internal governance requirements
• Support ethics, trade compliance, and corporate approval processes
• Maintain audit readiness and documentation integrity across all commercial activities
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and compliant business practices
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a small but high-performing team
• Collaborate with product line leaders to align market opportunities with delivery capabilities
• Help shape pricing strategies, contract structures, and pursuit decisions for major aerospace programs

Benefits

• This is more than a contracts role — it’s a chance to become a trusted business leader inside a growing aerospace organization where your decisions directly impact profitability, growth, and long-term strategy.
• You’ll work alongside passionate industry experts, influence major customer partnerships, and help shape the future of advanced aerospace solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director