Senior Contracts Manager – Aerospace & Defense

AeroVironment, Inc.; Strathearn (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company matching

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the LMS Contracts Department, delivering excellence in contracts administration for government and commercial clients within the aerospace sector.

You will develop bid, capture and negotiation processes and ensure performance through contract life cycles, including amendments and interpretations. The role requires detail orientation, strong regulatory knowledge (FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR), and collaboration with Program Management, Sales,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of professional experience, or Master's with 6 years.
• Clearance Type: Secret.
• Strong background in Government contracts regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Experience with multiple contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, OTAs).
• Masters in Business or Legal field preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10% in the Continental U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on all Contracts topics with urgency and competitive positioning.
• Serve as point-of-contact for assigned customer portfolio.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Sales, Strategy, Marketing, Finance, and Legal on bids and contract reviews.
• Manage and monitor performance of long-term contracts.
• Analyze contractual obligations and risk for management.
• Coordinate flow-downs of terms with all departments.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR.
• Mentor and train contracts team.
• Occasionally travel 10% or less.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

FAR/DFARS compliance

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the LMS Contracts Department, delivering excellence in contracts administration for government and commercial clients within the aerospace sector.

You will develop bid, capture and negotiation processes and ensure performance through contract life cycles, including amendments and interpretations. The role requires detail orientation, strong regulatory knowledge (FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR), and collaboration with Program Management, Sales,