Senior Space Contracts & Compliance Lead

Lunar Outpost; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunar Outpost Inc. is seeking a talented Contracts Manager to define and govern contracts for aerospace and government programs. You will lead negotiations, manage risk, and ensure full lifecycle administration across suppliers, customers, and DoD/NASA-related work.

You will mentor junior staff, improve contract processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance Lunar Outpost’s strategic objectives while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 6+ years in contract administration/management, preferably in aerospace or tech startups.
• Strong understanding of contract law, formation, interpretation, and implementation.
• Experience leading contract negotiations and lifecycle management.
• Experience with U.S. government contracts.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with risk mitigation.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across functional teams.
• U.S. Persons.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer contractual documentation.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, customers, and government entities.
• Analyze contract terms, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate contract implementation activities and ensure compliance.
• Serve as the primary contact for contract administration and interpretation.
• Maintain contract records and documentation.
• Monitor contract performance and support issue resolution.
• Support government compliance activities, including documentation and closeout.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior contracts personnel.
• Help develop and improve contract management processes and templates.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Contract administration

Risk analysis

Project management

Communication

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field

Job description

Lunar Outpost Inc. is seeking a talented Contracts Manager to define and govern contracts for aerospace and government programs. You will lead negotiations, manage risk, and ensure full lifecycle administration across suppliers, customers, and DoD/NASA-related work.

You will mentor junior staff, improve contract processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance Lunar Outpost’s strategic objectives while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.