Strategic Contracts Manager — FAR/DFARS Expert (9/80)

Rocketdyne; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketdyne in Redmond, WA seeks a Contracts Manager to negotiate, administer, and oversee a range of sales contracts. You will assess contractual risk, interpret FAR/DFARS, and ensure compliance with UCC and ITAR while collaborating with customers and program teams.

The role emphasizes proactive contract strategy, multi-contract management, and strong communication with leadership, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support successful program execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of contracts experience.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, UCC, and ITAR compliance.
• Experience with contract administration and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, negotiating, and administering multiple contracts of various types for a variety of customers.
• Ensuring contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, customer specifications, FAR, DFAR and ITAR.
• Reviewing RFPs/RFQs; preparing proposals and quotes including change proposals; performing associated negotiation activities.
• Performing risk assessment of quotes/contract terms and conditions; formulating and executing strategies to minimize potential risks to the business.
• Working with customers, management, and program teams to resolve issues, secure approvals, and ensure successful contract execution.
• Serving as point of contact for the customer during all phases of a program.
• Generating and maintaining contract documentation.
• Interpreting and applying FAR and other federal procurement policy guidance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

FAR/DFARS knowledge

ERP systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Rocketdyne in Redmond, WA seeks a Contracts Manager to negotiate, administer, and oversee a range of sales contracts. You will assess contractual risk, interpret FAR/DFARS, and ensure compliance with UCC and ITAR while collaborating with customers and program teams.

The role emphasizes proactive contract strategy, multi-contract management, and strong communication with leadership, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support successful program execution.