Manager, Contracts - Propulsion Systems (Remote)

Date Posted:

2025-07-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HCA99: Field Office - CA Remote Location, Remote City, CA, 94203 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Contracts Manager to lead and support complex contractual engagements with international prime contractors, foreign governments, and commercial partners. This key position will be focused on our international commercial portfolio within the Ejection and Propulsion Systems business, with an emphasis on customers in Japan and Southeast Asia.

In this critical role, you will drive contract strategy, lead negotiations, manage deliverables, and act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders. Your expertise will be instrumental in navigating international, government, and commercial contracting environments—ensuring compliance, managing risk, and fostering strong, long-term customer relationships.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and independent judgment, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and deliver results in a fast-paced, global environment. If you're passionate about contract management and ready to make a meaningful impact in a highly visible role, we encourage you to apply and join our team at the forefront of international business.

What YOU Will Do:

• Participate in proposal reviews and brief management on risks and mitigation strategies
• Review and assess contractual terms for acceptability, risks, and impact, using company resources as needed
• Identify risks and develop or provide alternative contract terms to mitigate them
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical practices, and applicable laws
• Lead contract negotiations and manage contract life cycles
• Coordinate inputs from sales, finance, legal, and service teams to structure contracts
• Analyze contracts for compliance with policies, specifications, and requirements
• Ensure timely communication of contract details and maintain accurate records
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external customers on contract matters
• Proactively resolve contractual issues and ensure proper contract closure
• Work independently with minimal direction, exercising discretion in approach and decision-making
• Occasional business travel is required but not limited to, site in Fairfield, CA or Colorado Springs, CO.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Customer relationship skills
• Excellent communication skills, combined with a flexible and positive attitude, Negotiation experience
• Experience with International customers in Japan and SE Asia
• Experience in FAR Part 12 and 15 contracting, including FAR/DFAR flow downs
• Contracts Lead or direct engagement with external customers
• Japanese language fluency a plus (not required)

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Student Loan Repayment Program  
• Life insurance and disability coverage  
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection 
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits 
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  
• Adoption Assistance           
• Autism Benefit  
• Emplo