Sr Contract Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a proactive, business-minded Contracts Manager to lead contract strategy, negotiation, and execution across a portfolio of commercial and government-facing programs. This role requires the ability to operate across a range of contracting environments, including commercial fixed-price agreements and contracts incorporating U.S. Government regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAR/DFARS). The Contracts Manager will serve as a strategic partner across Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain helping drive disciplined contract execution, protect margins, and enable scalable growth. This role works cross-functionally across the organization and interfaces directly with customers, partners, and suppliers.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in contracts
- Strong experience with: Commercial FFP contracts, FAR/DFARS (flowdowns required; prime experience preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to: Negotiate complex agreements independently, Analyze and mitigate contractual risk, Work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor’s degree (Business, Finance, Contracts, or related)
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Nice To Haves
- Experience transitioning from commercial → government contracting environments
- Professional certification (NCMA – CPCM/CCCM)
- Experience with aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
Responsibilities
- Manage contracts across the full lifecycle: RFP → proposal → negotiation → award → execution → closeout
- Lead contract structuring and positioning to support favorable business outcomes
- Ensure contract documentation, compliance, and audit readiness
- Negotiate directly with primes, customers, and suppliers on terms, pricing structures, and changes
- Serve as the primary contractual point of contact with customers and partners
- Represent the company with professionalism and credibility in all external interactions
- Identify contractual, financial, and operational risks early and proactively drive mitigation strategies
- Evaluate: Scope risk / scope creep, Pricing exposure, Compliance and regulatory risk
- Advise leadership with clear, actionable recommendations
- Review solicitations and shape proposal strategy and contract structure
- Partner with Finance and BD on pricing alignment and contract positioning
- Support evaluation of opportunities, including risk/reward tradeoffs
- Ensure compliance with: FAR / DFARS (current flowdowns → future direct contracts), ITAR / export controls, Internal policies and audit requirements
- Interpret clauses and ensure proper flowdowns to subcontractors and suppliers
- Support readiness for CPSR and increased government scrutiny
- Act as a true business partner, not just a contracts administrator
- Work across: Programs, Engineering, Finance (pricing, revenue recognition), Legal and compliance
- Help resolve contract issues quickly and keep programs moving
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive health benefit package
- Various other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
