Senior Space Contracts Specialist – On-Site El Segundo

Varda Space; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

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Job summary

Varda Space is seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist in El Segundo, CA to manage government and commercial contracts. You’ll lead negotiations, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and drive post‑award execution on a lean team.

Your expertise will move missions forward while protecting the company’s interests. You’ll own the full lifecycle from pre‑award strategy to post‑award closeout, including NDAs and export controls.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in law, business, finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years contract management experience, government focus.
• Experience with FFP and OTA agreements.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, NASA FARS.
• Experience negotiating NDAs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance; willing to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Represent Varda as contracting officer for government and commercial missions.
• Lead or support negotiations with customers, protecting company interests.
• Clear the path to signature quickly, finding a mutually workable structure.
• Keep leadership aligned with signed contracts and regulations across teams.
• Own compliance with FAR, DFARS, and export-control regulations.
• Run contract closeout and manage contract files.

Skills

Govt contracts

FFP & OTA

FAR/DFARS

Negotiation

Export controls

TS clearance

Travel up to 10%

Education

BA/BS in law or business

Equivalent experience

Job description

Varda Space is seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist in El Segundo, CA to manage government and commercial contracts. You’ll lead negotiations, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and drive post‑award execution on a lean team.

Your expertise will move missions forward while protecting the company’s interests. You’ll own the full lifecycle from pre‑award strategy to post‑award closeout, including NDAs and export controls.