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Contracts Manager (National Programs)

Boeing
El Segundo, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 May 2026
💰 $166,750/yr($123,250/yr$166,750/yr)

About the role

Contracts Manager (National Programs)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Contracts Manager to lead the team supporting our National Programs portfolio onsite in El Segundo, CA.

In this leadership position, you will lead the Contracts team supporting a portfolio of proprietary space and ground programs. You will mentor and develop a talented and growing group of contract management professionals while building strong relationships with external customers and cross-functional Boeing teams. You’ll both act as a subject matter expert in the capture and execution of government contracts, while engaging with senior leadership to set strategic priorities and drive success in our satellite business.

If you’re ready to make a difference and lead a talented team to new heights, we want to hear from you!

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develops and implements complex and creative contractual solutions to manage risk and support the proposal, negotiation, and execution of programs

  • Inspires and manages a team of employees engaged in contract management activities

  • Implements impactful policies and procedures while setting ambitious operational goals

  • Leads process improvements that drive success

  • Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, peers, cross-functional partners, and direct reports

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process.  Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

  • Bachelor's degree or higher

  • 5+ years of experience working on government proposals, to include Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) compliant proposals

  • 5+ years of experience drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts in programs with multiple customers and multiple contract types, such as: general terms agreements, assignment agreements, nondisclosure agreements, purchase and sale agreements

  • Experience in Satellite or Space Programs

  • Experience with Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance

  • Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership”

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 10+ years of experience leading or managing proposal development and negotiating government contracts

  • 5+ years of experience with commercial contracts

  • 5+ years of experience with classified government contracts

  • Masters of Business Administration

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $123,250 – $166,750

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. expor

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