Sr. Contracts Compliance Manager

Blue Canyon Technologies • Lafayette, CO

6h • $100,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Canyon Technologies is seeking a Sr. Contracts Compliance Manager to serve as its subject matter expert on regulatory compliance, corporate ethics, risk mitigation, and corporate governance across domestic and international aerospace markets. Working closely with the Director of Contracts, the role connects Contracts with Supply Chain, Program Management, Business Development, and other functional areas to develop, monitor, and enforce compliance frameworks that protect the company's integrity and eligibility for government programs. The position focuses on specialized regulatory frameworks and mandates across civil, defense, and commercial markets, providing expertise in regulatory interpretation, risk-based due diligence, and cross-functional coordination.

This is a full-time, on-site position in Lafayette, Colorado. The role operates in a professional office environment within a manufacturing company and uses standard office equipment. The application window is expected to close approximately 40 days after the notice was posted, though it may change based on candidate flow and business needs. The position may include personnel management responsibilities and other related responsibilities consistent with its scope and specialized expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, legal studies, compliance, or a related field; related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• 7–10 years of experience in government contracts compliance, regulatory compliance, or contracts administration in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other federal acquisition regulations.
• Strong understanding of ethics and anti-corruption regulations applicable to government contracting, such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Anti-Kickback Act, and Procurement Integrity Act.
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance frameworks, including NIST 800-171 and CMMC, and their contractual implications.
• Familiarity with insurance products relevant to aerospace and defense contracting.
• Experience working with both civil (NASA) and defense (DoD) customers.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into practical business guidance.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex compliance topics to diverse audiences.
• Experience developing and delivering compliance training programs.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple functional areas.
• High attention to detail and commitment to ethical business practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain policies and programs to prevent corruption, bribery, kickbacks, and anti-competitive practices across the markets where the company operates.
• Perform risk-based due diligence and comprehensive vetting of higher-risk third parties.
• Manage organizational conflicts of interest policies to protect the company's eligibility for government programs.
• Monitor and interpret changes to federal acquisition regulations, Executive Orders, and Class Deviations affecting aerospace and defense contracting; provide timely updates and translate changes into operational guidance.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research for domestic and international contracting matters.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on flowdown requirements for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Guide teams on specialty metals, conflict minerals, and restricted materials compliance.
• Manage small business subcontracting plan compliance, including development, tracking, and government reporting.
• Coordinate with technology and information security officers on CMMC, NIST frameworks, and cybersecurity flowdown requirements.
• Serve as a secondary subject matter expert on document markings and data rights regulations.
• Provide guidance on Defense Priorities and Allocations System requirements for rated orders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with commercial insurance carriers and brokers; employee benefits insurance is managed separately by Human Resources.
• Review and advise on contract insurance provisions, evaluating liability, indemnification, and risk posture.
• Ensure adequate commercial insurance coverage consistent with contractual requirements and company risk management policies.
• Coordinate with Human Resources and Finance to maintain corporate registrations in states where the company conducts business and ensure good standing, timely filings, and payments.
• Manage registered agent services across multiple states and maintain corporate compliance documentation.
• Interface with Finance on sales and use tax matters affecting contracts.
• Coordinate with the Director of Global Trade on matters intersecting contracts and export control compliance.
• Coordinate with Human Resources on personal conflicts of interest affecting government contracting.
• Develop and deliver compliance training for contracts personnel and cross-functional stakeholders; create procedures, job aids, and reference materials.
• Build relationships between Contracts and internal partners, advise leadership on compliance risks, and mentor contracts team members on specialized compliance topics.
• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned and, as applicable, undertake personnel management responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision benefits effective the first of the month following hire date.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% matching when contributing a minimum of 5%.
• Generous paid time off: three weeks of vacation, three floating holidays, two weeks of sick time, and seven paid holidays per year.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

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