Senior Contracts Manager

Dayton Granger•Fort Lauderdale, FL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. (DG) is a third-generation family-owned aerospace manufacturer in Fort Lauderdale, FL that has been proudly operating for more than 82 years. We design, test, and manufacture aircraft antennas, electrostatic dischargers, and lightning protection components used on commercial, military, and private aircraft around the world. We have an average employee tenure of 8 years, reflecting our stability and strong company culture. See more about our benefits and why DG is a great place to work below. We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to support and manage the full lifecycle of aerospace customer programs across military, commercial, and general aviation markets. Reporting within the Sales & Contracts function, this role is responsible for leading day-to-day contract execution - from RFQ and proposal development through negotiation, award, and program fulfillment - while partnering closely with the VP of Sales & Contracts on overall contract strategy and risk management. The Senior Contracts Manager serves as a primary point of contact for assigned customers and works cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and Finance to ensure contractual compliance, pricing accuracy, schedule alignment, and successful program delivery. This role requires strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and commercial contract terms, the ability to manage complex documentation and flow-down requirements, and the judgment to escalate risks appropriately within a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical Management, or related field
Juris Doctorate or law-related background
5+ years of experience managing aerospace or manufacturing contracts
Expertise in contract lifecycle management (RFQs, negotiation, execution)
Familiarity with U.S. Government contracts, FAR/DFARS, and commercial terms
Strong communication and relationship management skills
ERP experience (quote entry, contract flow-down, PO review)
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting program delivery in aerospace or defense manufacturing
Familiarity with ISO and quality compliance requirements
APMP or PMP certification

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Program Manager for assigned aerospace contracts from start to finish
Lead RFQ and proposal development in collaboration with internal stakeholders
Own all contract negotiations, terms, pricing, and customer communication
Build and maintain project milestone schedules, ensuring cross-departmental alignment
Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Quality to ensure program success
Enter and track quotes and orders in ERP system; review PO terms and validate flow-downs
Monitor customer portals and opportunity boards (e.g., SAM.gov) for upcoming programs
Respond to customer inquiries, compliance requests, and deliverables
Support business development and marketing with technical contract inputs and pricing guidance
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure program compliance with all requirements
Contribute to process improvement within the Contracts and Program Management functions
Follow all DG safety procedures as per company policies and Safety Director guidelines