Contract Manager

EVONA; California (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing aerospace company in California seeks a Contract Manager to manage the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting to closeout. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in contract management and a strong understanding of government contracting. This full-time role offers a salary range of $125,000 to $150,000, emphasizing collaboration and solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in contract management.
• Strong understanding of government contracting frameworks.
• Proven track record managing full contract lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle.
• Support program managers and sales teams.
• Draft a variety of contracts.

Skills

Contract management

Government contracting knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

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Company Overview

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

$125,000 – $150,000

Full-time | On-site | Irvine, CA

Company Overview

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

Position Summary

We are seeking a Contract Manager to oversee the entire contract lifecycle—from initial drafting through execution and closeout. This role serves as a key liaison between program management, legal, sales, and executive leadership, ensuring contractual accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation. You’ll be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and tracking a wide range of agreements while helping implement streamlined contract management processes and tools.

This is a high-impact, cross-functional role ideal for a contracts professional with strong organizational skills, government contracting knowledge, and a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.

Key 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)
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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