Senior Contracts Manager — Aerospace & Defense

AeroVironment; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead and optimize contracts administration within the LMS division. You will shape bid, capture and negotiation processes and ensure performance across the contract life cycle, including amendments and interpretations.

The role requires deep knowledge of government contracts, FAR/DFARS, and experience with diverse contract types. Travel up to 10% as needed and interaction across PM, Sales, Finance, Legal and other teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of professional experience or Master's degree with 6 years of professional experience.
• Secret clearance required.
• Strong background in Government contracts regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Experience with contract types such as FFP, CPFF, CPIF, OTAs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on all contracts topics with urgency and competitive positioning.
• Serve as point-of-contact for assigned customer portfolio and on pre-contract and active contract activities.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Sales, Strategy, Marketing, Finance and Legal on bid, negotiation, review and administration for new and sustaining products.
• Monitor long-term contract performance; summarize contractual obligations and explain impact of modifications.

Skills

FAR/DFARS

Contract types: FFP CPFF CPIF OTAs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead and optimize contracts administration within the LMS division. You will shape bid, capture and negotiation processes and ensure performance across the contract life cycle, including amendments and interpretations.

The role requires deep knowledge of government contracts, FAR/DFARS, and experience with diverse contract types. Travel up to 10% as needed and interaction across PM, Sales, Finance, Legal and other teams.