Head of Contracts – Govt & NASA Programs

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock in total compensation

Employee Stock Purchase Program (15%)

Health insurance (medical plans)

Dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Dependent care accounts

Paid parental leave

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

EV charging subsidy

Onsite fitness centers

Discounted gym memberships

Snacks and beverages

50% merch store discount

Other employee discounts

Job summary

Rocket Lab seeks a Director of Contracts to lead a high-performing contracts team onsite at US sites including Long Beach, CA. The role ensures Federal and commercial contract obligations are met, negotiates NDAs, licenses, teaming agreements, and manages a small team while driving process improvements.

The candidate will bring extensive contract administration experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, with a base pay range of $165,000–$220,000 USD in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of work experience (16+ years total work experience).
• 12+ years of contract administration or contract management experience.
• US Citizenship is required due to program requirements.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate Government contracts, commercial contracts, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements and IP licenses.
• Ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of Government and commercial contracts, including prime contracts, and act as the key customer interface for contractual changes, disputes, or requests for equitable adjustment during performance.
• Assist in proposal review and preparation in response to Government and commercial solicitations and respond to information requests during procurement.
• Review, interpret and provide advice to internal clients regarding contract provisions and agreement types.
• Develop and evolve processes for efficient contract management with cross-functional partners.
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with Government and other customer counterparts.
• Manage a small team of contracts professionals at various levels of development.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of work experience

Total 16+ years work experience

Job description

Rocket Lab seeks a Director of Contracts to lead a high-performing contracts team onsite at US sites including Long Beach, CA. The role ensures Federal and commercial contract obligations are met, negotiates NDAs, licenses, teaming agreements, and manages a small team while driving process improvements.

The candidate will bring extensive contract administration experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, with a base pay range of $165,000–$220,000 USD in