Contracts Manager
Quantum Space · Hawthorne, CA · 4 days ago
On-siteManagement$120k–$180k/yrFull-time
Where You'll Make an Impact
- Draft, review, negotiate, and administer a wide range of agreements, including:
- Customer contracts
- Government contracts and subcontracts
- Teaming agreements
- Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Strategic partnership agreements
- Licensing and technology agreements
- Support proposal and capture activities by reviewing solicitation requirements and contractual terms
- Support proposal and capture activities by reviewing solicitation requirements and contractual terms
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal acquisition regulations (FAR), DFARS, and other government contracting requirements
- Identify and mitigate contractual, legal, financial, and operational risks
- Partner closely with business development, engineering, finance, procurement, and executive leadership teams
- Develop and maintain contract management processes, templates, and compliance procedures
- Maintain organized contract records and reporting systems
What It Takes
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Public Administration, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of contract management experience
- Experience negotiating complex commercial contracts
- Strong understanding of contract law, risk assessment, and compliance practices
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
Nice-to-Have Experience
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, satellite, launch, or government technology programs
- Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and related regulatory frameworks
- Experience with U.S. Government contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, or SBIR/STTR programs
- NCMA certifications (CPCM, CFCM, CCCM) preferred
- Experience implementing contract management systems and processes in a startup environment
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one is a plus
What You'll Get
- Ownership - Establish scalable contract management processes. Improve contract turnaround times and negotiation efficiency.
- Innovation - Develop forward-thinking contract strategies and scalable processes that accelerate business growth, strengthen strategic partnerships, and support next-generation space programs.
- Exposure - Work closely with executive leadership and technical teams.
- Growth - Build trusted partnerships across leadership, engineering, and business teams. Reduce contractual risk while enabling rapid business growth.
- Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing.
Location
- Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA
Base Salary
- $120,000–$180,000
Additional Requirements
- To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.