Lunar Outpost · 1 month ago
Senior Contracts Manager
Lunar Outpost is a trailblazer in space robotics, dedicated to creating a sustainable presence in space. They are seeking a talented, experienced Senior Contracts Manager to help define the future of lunar surface mobility in a fast-paced startup environment.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyRobotics
Responsibilities
Help craft and implement contractual documentation
Support contract negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, customers, and the federal government
Review contractual terms, identify risks, and negotiate on behalf of the company
Coordinate contract implementations between the company and subcontractors while ensuring both parties are adhering to obligations
Quarterly review and maintain all contract records, while guaranteeing thorough and accurate compliance
Coordinate and support contract administration across departments
Support government compliance activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field
8-10 years of experience in contract administration or a related role, preferably in the aerospace industry and/or a technology startup environment
Strong understanding of contract law, including contract formation, interpretation, and implementation
Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to achieve favorable terms and conditions while maintaining positive relationships with partners and vendors
Experience working on contracts with the U.S. government
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
U.S. Persons
Preferred
Experience in a similar role within the aerospace industry and/or a technology startup environment
Advanced degree or certification (i.e., JD, CPCM)
Experience working in the space industry or with NASA or DoD contracts, including familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and NASA FAR Supplement (NFS)
Knowledge of intellectual property rights and licensing agreements related to space technology
Experience with international contracts and cross-border transactions
Company
Lunar Outpost
Lunar Outpost provides advanced spacecraft and robotics solutions for space missions.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$21.61MKey Investors
Explorer 1 FundCreative Destruction Lab (CDL)
2024-11-13Series A· $9.61M
2022-05-24Seed· $12M
2021-09-01Non Equity Assistance
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