Contract Manager

EVONA; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company in Irvine, CA is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting to closeout. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, government contracting knowledge, and the ability to manage compliance and risk. This full-time, on-site position offers a salary range of $125,000 to $150,000 per year in a dynamic environment focused on high-performance systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in contract management, procurement, or similar field.
• Proven track record managing full contract lifecycle from proposal to closeout.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting and tracking agreements.
• Support program managers and sales teams in executing contractual obligations.
• Advise on contractual risks and compliance issues.

Skills

Contract management

Government contracting knowledge

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Contract lifecycle management systems

Job description

This range is provided by EVONA. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Technical Recruiter at EVONA - Space & Defence | Aerospace | Deep Tech

Contract Manager

$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

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Space Research and Technology

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