Contract Manager

About This Role

Managing the entire contract lifecycle, from initial drafting through execution and closeout, is the core of this role. The Contract Manager serves as a key liaison between program management, legal, sales, and executive leadership, ensuring contractual accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation. This high-impact, cross-functional role is ideal for a contracts professional with strong organizational skills, government contracting knowledge, and a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiating, tracking, and maintaining agreements
• Support program managers and sales teams in reviewing, interpreting, and executing contractual obligations
• Draft a variety of contracts, including NDAs, SOWs, OTAs, teaming agreements, contract modifications, and option exercises
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual risks, compliance issues, and regulatory requirements (FAR, DFARS, etc.)
• Coordinate with legal counsel and executive leadership on high-risk or non-standard terms
• Maintain contract database and ensure version control in coordination with legal and sales ops teams
• Monitor contract performance, deliverables, and reporting obligations across multiple programs
• Prepare reports for leadership detailing contract status, compliance metrics, and key obligations
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor documentation, ensuring proper flow-down and compliance
• Assist with completion of representations and certifications (e.g., SAM.gov, SBA, CPARS)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in contract management, procurement, or similar field
• Strong understanding of government contracting frameworks (FAR, DFARS) and related systems (e.g., SAM.gov, PIEE)
• Proven track record managing full contract lifecycle from proposal to closeout
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience collaborating across legal, finance, sales, and engineering teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have:

• Master’s degree in Business, Law, or Public Administration
• 2+ years experience in the aerospace, satellite, or defense sector
• Professional certifications such as CCMA, CPCM, or CFCM
• Experience implementing contract lifecycle management (CLM) or ERP systems

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing space technology company developing turnkey satellite systems to support global missions in Earth observation, communications, exploration, and science. They are committed to delivering high-performance systems to both commercial and government customers across the aerospace sector.