Contracts Negotiator

Teledyne; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Teledyne Microwave Solutions in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a contracts professional to manage complex government and commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR and company policy.

The role involves negotiating terms, reviewing RFPs/RFQs, maintaining contract files in ERP, supporting audits, and collaborating with program managers and government agencies on mission-critical programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or related field required.
• 6–8 years of government and commercial contracts experience required.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR and government pricing regulations required.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and communication skills required.
• Experience with ERP systems (MAPICS preferred) required.
• NCMA certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, negotiate, and administer government and commercial contracts.
• Review RFPs/RFQs and identify proposal requirements.
• Lead price negotiations and coordinate with Program Managers and pricing teams.
• Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain accurate contract and pricing files in ERP systems.
• Draft and negotiate terms, conditions, NDAs, and long-term agreements.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFAR, and company policies.
• Support audits, reporting, and customer reviews with documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and government agencies to meet objectives.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/related field

MBA or JD (advantage)

NCMA certification (advantage)

Tools

MAPICS ERP

Job description

US - Rancho Cordova, CA (TDY)

Full time

REQ34443

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Manage complex contracts that drive mission-critical programs.

Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience delivering advanced microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our technologies support aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems worldwide. If you’re skilled in government contracting and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

• Prepare, negotiate, and administer government and commercial contracts
• Review RFPs/RFQs and identify proposal requirements
• Lead price negotiations and coordinate with Program Managers and pricing teams
• Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation
• Maintain accurate contract and pricing files in ERP systems
• Draft and negotiate terms, conditions, NDAs, and long-term agreements
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFAR, and company policies
• Support audits, reporting, and customer reviews with documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and government agencies to meet objectives

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (required); MBA or JD (advantage)
• 6–8 years of experience in government and commercial contracts (required)
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and government pricing regulations (required)
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills (required)
• Experience with ERP systems (MAPICS preferred) (required)
• NCMA certification (advantage)
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (required)

What we offer

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
• A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.

Salary Range:

$96,600.00-$128,800.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day.

Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.