Senior Space Contracts Strategist

Varda Space Industries, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); Hybride; USD 155 000 - 175 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

FSA/HSA options

Relocation support

Paid time off + holidays

Résumé du poste

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, seeks a Senior Contracts Specialist to negotiate complex, first-of-kind agreements at the forefront of the commercial space industry. You will own the full contract lifecycle—from pre-award strategy and proposal support through negotiation, FAR/DFARS compliance, export controls, and post-award execution—with cross-functional coordination to move programs forward.

This on-site role sits in a lean, high-impact team, offering opportunities to shape

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in law, business, finance or related discipline; consider equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of hands-on contract management experience, government focus.
• Experience with government contract types (FFP, OTA).
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS/NFS; export-control (ITAR/EAR).
• Experience negotiating non-disclosure agreements; strong negotiation skills.

Responsabilités

• Represent Varda to customers as contracting officer for government and commercial missions.
• Lead or support contract negotiations; maintain positive working relationships.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Contract management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Top Secret clearance

Formation

BA/BS in law, business, finance

Description du poste

Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA, seeks a Senior Contracts Specialist to negotiate complex, first-of-kind agreements at the forefront of the commercial space industry. You will own the full contract lifecycle—from pre-award strategy and proposal support through negotiation, FAR/DFARS compliance, export controls, and post-award execution—with cross-functional coordination to move programs forward.

This on-site role sits in a lean, high-impact team, offering opportunities to shape