Terran Orbital Corporation · 3 months ago
Contracts Manager
Irvine, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expTerran Orbital is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our dynamic team. The Contracts Manager will support business units in the management of contracts, including proposal review, full life-cycle contract management, negotiation, administration, and compliance with regulations. This role involves advising leadership on contractual approaches and ensuring contract activities meet desired objectives.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Proactively manage various contracts (government/commercial). Experienced with all contract types (i.e., Cost Reimbursement, Fixed Price, FPIF, IDIQ, Time and Material, etc.) and Other Transaction Agreements (OTA)
Review bids and proposals to ensure they meet company policies and compliance with customer solicitation requirements. Demonstrated ability to take initiative for review and analysis for major proposal efforts to mitigate contract risks. Ability to serve as a Volume lead
Proactively identify and resolve contractual issues; address disputes, questions, and concerns. Respond to various complex contracting inquiries in a timely manner
Provide thought leadership and innovative solutions for complex contracting matters
Review, draft and negotiate various Teaming, Licenses, Proprietary Information and Non-Disclosure agreements
Advise business, technical, program management leadership of contractual rights and obligations and interpret complex terms and conditions
Participate in cost and pricing processes with program management and customer representatives
Maintain corporate awareness of regulatory changes and contractual requirements, including flow-downs, US export controls, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and anti-boycott compliance
Develop and maintain various templates, training materials, and performance metrics
Contribute to the development of various Policies and Procedures
Serve as point of contact with customers and other external parties concerning contractual matters
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Legal Studies or relevant degree from an accredited University
8+ years of progressive professional experience in Government and Commercial Contract Management in support of multiple technical programs
Demonstrated experience leading complex contract negotiations and Government and Commercial terms and conditions in broad applications, thorough understanding of contracting principles and concepts
Thorough understanding of the US Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition policy, government contracting principles, and regulations
Strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and the NASA FAR supplement
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
Proficient computer skills to prepare documents in Microsoft Office
Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple contract actions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and ability to work extended hours as required
Experienced in communicating with program managers, senior management/executive level
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Preferred
Contracting Certification – such as NCMA CPCM or Defense Acquisition University (DAU) DAWIA Level III in Contracting
Experience with US export regulations is desired
Benefits
100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) Match
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Company
Terran Orbital Corporation
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of small satellites primarily serving the United States and Allied aerospace and defense industries.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$401.64MKey Investors
Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin Ventures
2024-08-15Acquired
2023-09-18Post Ipo Equity· $32.5M
2022-10-31Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Anthony Previte
CEO & President
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
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