Senior Contracts Manager

AeroVironment, Inc.; Dayton (OH); In loco; USD 139.000 - 237.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, vision

401k with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager in Dayton, OH to lead bid and contract processes for complex aerospace projects.

You will partner with legal, finance, procurement, and engineering to streamline workflows, manage risks, and drive successful contract execution throughout the lifecycle. The role requires deep knowledge of Federal/International regulations, FAR/DFAR/OTA frameworks, and a track record of negotiating diverse contract types.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration or related field.
• Significant experience in DoD/Federal prime government contract administration/management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal) and ability to work cross-functionally.

Mansioni

• Work with Operations, Contracts, Sales, Strategy, Marketing, Finance, and Legal on bid, proposal, contract negotiation, review and administration for products and services.
• Manage contract lifecycle tasks including proposal review, post-award negotiations, modifications, close-outs, and program support for complex, multi-year contracts.
• Draft, evaluate and negotiate NDAs, Sales/Purchase Agreements, Subcontracts, Consulting, License and Master Agreements; include FAR/DFAR/OTA contexts.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies; monitor performance and analyze contract obligations for stakeholders.
• Coordinate flow-downs of terms with program management, engineering, finance, quality, supply chain, manufacturing, and other functions.
• Liaise with DCMA and other audit bodies; lead internal and external audits as needed.
• Maintain accurate contract files, correspondences, changes, and amendments; oversee data in business systems and reporting.

Conoscenze

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Simi Valley, CA

Dayton, OH

Albuquerque, NM

Huntsville, AL

Sunrise, FL

Herndon, VA

Annapolis Junction, MD

Germantown, MD

San Diego, CA

Full time

9205

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

Summary

The Senior Contracts Manager position requires complex thinking skills, with a deep understanding of contract management processes and regulations as they pertain to complex aerospace projects. As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will partner closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, procurement, and engineering, to streamline contract workflows and mitigate risks. Your expertise will be essential in evaluating contract performance, managing relationships, and ensuring the execution of agreements that support business goals. The Senior Contracts Manager develops the bid, capture and contract negotiation processes and documents, and then ensures efficient performance throughout the contract's lifecycle, supporting amendments and interpretations as necessary.

Position Responsibilities

• Work closely with Operations, Contracts leaders and other functions including Sales, Strategy and Marketing, Finance, and the Legal team on bid and proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract review and administration for new and sustaining products and services.

• Perform contract management and administrative duties throughout the contract lifecycle including, but not limited to, proposal review and preparation, leading pre and post award negotiations, executing contract modifications, initiating contract close-outs and providing overall contracts support to programs for complex, multi-year contracts

• Responsible for drafting, evaluating, negotiating various agreements such as, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Sales/Purchase Agreements, Subcontracts, Consulting Agreements, License Agreements, Master Agreements, and other Contractual agreements, such as FAR based contracts, OTAs, etc.

• Responsible for ensuring that agreements/terms and conditions comply with all applicable regulations and requirements, while also adhering to company policies.

• Manage and monitor the performance of long-term contracts and agreements. Analyze and concisely summarize contractual obligations, commitments, and performance for internal stakeholders. Analyze the impact of modifications and revisions to contract terms and prepare recommendations and risk reviews for management

• Coordinate flow-downs of terms and conditions with all functional departments including program management, engineering, product support, finance, quality, supply chain management, manufacturing, as required.

• Liaison with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and other audit agencies. Additionally, may lead audits both internal and external to the company.

• Oversee maintenance of accurate files for each contract which will include original contract, all correspondences, changes/deviations, modification/amendments, clarifications, etc.

• Review uploaded contracts related data in business systems to ensure data is accurate and complete.

• Oversee maintenance and retrieval of contract documents/files and validated data, preparation of reports and leading status reviews

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• Minimum of 8-10 years' experience performing duties and responsibilities in an aerospace/defense/ government contracting environment

• Presently hold or capable of obtaining a U.S. Security Clearance (Secret, Top Secret Preferred).

• Current expertise in Federal and International regulations, and relevant legal concepts

• Significant experience in directly related International and DoD/Federal prime government contract administration/management.

• Entrepreneurial focus and ability to thrive and excel in a dynamic and technically focused environment.

• Demonstrated business acumen with experience in developing innovative solutions and a successful record of problem solving.

• An ability to translate between business and technical risk and communicate clearly to leadership.

• Significant senior level experience in directly related DoD/Federal prime government contract administration/management, including background working full spectrum of contract types

• Proven Contract Drafting and Negotiation skills.

• FAR/DFAR knowledge; OTA knowledge, working knowledge of US Government acquisition laws and regulations

• Broad experience with a variety of contract types: firm fixed price, cost-type, commercial/non-commercial, production, development and sustainment

• Broad experience with license, non-disclosure and teaming agreements

• Proven working knowledge with the requirements of Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (ie FAR Part 15)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).

• Demonstrated capability working successfully in a collaborative environment that inspires confidence in co-workers and customers.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) certified and Advanced Degree preferred

• A Key contributor to continuous improvement and implementation of company procedures and contract management processes

• Works well with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers and external partners

• Highly organized individual with the ability to conduct business in a professional manner

• Demonstrates, critical thinking, negotiation and conflict resolution skills

• Process-oriented, results and deadline-driven; Professional appearance and conduct at all times

• Demonstrates familiarity with finance and accounting procedures

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc. Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.

• May require travel to sites/program and special functions.

Clearance Level

Secret

The salary range for this role is:

$139,000 - $236,500

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV

AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don't just build defense technology—we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we're not building history, we're building what's next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there's no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required

About AV

AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don't just build defense technology—we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we're not building history, we're building what's next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there's no better place to do it than AV.

Careers at AeroVironment (https://www.avinc.com/careers/our-team)

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.