Apply on Employer Site

Viasat · 22 hours ago

Contract Manager

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time, Contract

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$119K/yr - $188K/yr

9+ years exp

Viasat, Inc. is a global communications company on a mission to deliver connections that change the world. They are seeking a Contract Manager to lead negotiations and manage contract execution for US Government classified bids, working closely with both government and commercial entities.

InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead negotiations and exercise independent judgment in managing all phases of contract execution and customer interaction

Partner with other leaders to execute upon strategic plans and objectives

Determine contractual approach for key deals

Implement and maintain effective practices for the identification and mitigation of contractual risk for the business area

Analyze contractual risk across contract types

Summarize business considerations for strategic deals and make recommendations to executive leadership

Effectively and concisely connect with various levels of internal management on contractual issues

Support strategic growth initiatives

Lead or support key initiatives for the overall Viasat Government Contracts team

Qualification

US Government contracts experienceFAR Part 15 expertiseFAR Part 12 expertiseContract drafting proficiencyRisk assessment skillsMulti-tasking abilityCommunicationProblem-solving skills

Required

9+ years of progressive government contracts experience and accomplishments including the creation of contracts, proposals and agreements

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field

Expertise in FAR Part 15 and FAR Part 12 contracting and regulations

Able to quickly comprehend business deals, provide strategic input, and effectively tailor contractual practices and agreements to better meet company objectives

Ability to develop and apply solutions to complex problems requiring a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation

Understanding of DoD acquisition policy

Proficiency in reviewing and drafting contracts and strategic agreements such as Teaming Agreements, Terms Sheets, Licenses, Sales Representative Agreements and negotiating with a keen eye to minimize company risk and improve Viasat's profitable execution success

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to multi-task and administer various responsibilities with internal and external customers while meeting deadlines in a professional and organized manner

Ability to obtain a US Top Secret security clearance

Travel up to 20%