Associate Director, Contracts (Remote)

Collins Aerospace; Connecticut; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Contracts Manager in Connecticut, offering remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will lead a team, handle negotiation strategies, and ensure compliance with company policies. A university degree and substantial experience in contracts are essential. The role includes various benefits such as comprehensive insurance, vacation time, and retirement contributions, making it an attractive opportunity.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Three weeks of vacation

Employee Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• 12 years relevant experience or 10 years with an Advanced Degree.
• Experience in leading teams and negotiation in contracts.
• Preferred experience with aerospace contracts and commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train a team of Contracts professionals.
• Manage contract fulfillment per company policies.
• Provide performance feedback and support to team members.
• Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFP) and conduct proposal reviews.
• Guide senior management on contractual issues.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Contract Management

Problem Solving

Risk Mitigation

Education

University Degree or Advanced Degree

Job description

Location: HCT99: Field Office - CT Remote Location, Remote City, CT, 06101 USA

Date Posted: 2025-09-30

Country: United States of America

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

The Engine Control Systems team within the Power and Controls BU of Collins Aerospace is currently seeking a collaborative, highly motivated, organized, experienced Contracts professional to join our management team working in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is based out of Windsor Locks, CT location, but the opportunity to work remotely will be considered.

What You Will Do

• Lead, train, guide and develop a team of Contracts professionals and/or managers in a variety of areas:
• Negotiation strategy
• Terms and Conditions
• Contractual and Business Change management
• Proposal management
• Risk mitigation and business management
• Audit support
• Letter writing

• Contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Requirement interpretation and flowdown
• Provide performance feedback and employee support to team members on a regular basis in accordance with company and functional expectations.
• Develop process improvement to enhance functional performance.
• Establish relationships with internal and external customers.
• Manage financial and operational impacts to the Business Unit.
• Model and mentor in the areas of business judgement, strategic vision, forward thinking, critical thinking, collaboration, problem solving, and other intangible business skills required for successful business support.
• Provide guidance to senior management regarding contractual and business issues.
• Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFP)
• Conduct proposal reviews and coordinate customer responses.
• Interpret and draft Contract language.
• Ensure that negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies and if not communicate differences and mitigate risks.
• Support program management and execution reviews.
• Work closely with the Value Stream Leaders/Program Managers on strategy for competitive pursuits, including development Intellectual Property and investment strategy.
• Support the L3 Value Stream Leaders (VSL) for their associated Programs by: cross-functional collaboration and collaboration on PO processing and fulfillment; providing negotiation strategy guidance; leading or supporting customer negotiations, as needed; providing sound contractual recommendations.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience as a people leader
• Customer contracts and negotiation experience
• Aerospace contracts experience; specifically aerospace engines
• Experience with commercial contracts
• Legal degree

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
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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