Job Description
As a key member of our Legal & Contracts team, the Senior Contract Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting our satellite manufacturing function to ensure successful contract strategies for projects through design, procurement, build, and test, and operations.
The Senior Contract Manager will be responsible for guiding the development of acquisition strategies, market research, RFPs, and the negotiation of these documents with engineering production construction (EPC) contractor partners in accordance with evolving standards and directives.
This position requires strong negotiation skills, including superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate will also possess excellent organizational skills and be comfortable working effectively in cross-functional team settings.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, finance, legal or other relevant areas of focus
* At least eight (8) years of experience in contract management or contract administration
* Experience with supply chain and product manufacturing environment, ideally within the aerospace industry
* Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Sharepoint, and Microsoft Project
* Strong negotiation skills including superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges during stressful situations
* Demonstrated success working to develop consensus from diverse opinions in a highly fluid and time-constrained environment
* Familiarity with U.S. government contractual flowdowns and export regulations
Benefits
* Competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and advancement