Director of Contracts

About the role

At Teledyne Microwave Solutions, you will lead the contracts function supporting advanced technologies for aerospace, defense, and high-performance commercial applications. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will build strong cross-functional relationships and develop a high-performing contracts team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of U.S. government and commercial contracts, from proposal through closeout
• Direct negotiations and execution of complex agreements, including long-term and confidentiality agreements
• Advises executive leadership on contractual strategy, obligations, and risk mitigation
• Reviews solicitations to identify key requirements, risks, and deliverables
• PARTNER WITH FINANCE, LEGAL, AND PROGRAM TEAMS ON PRICING AND CONTRACT STRATEGY
• OVERSEES ADMINISTRATION OF PRIME CONTRACTS, SUBCONTRACTS, AND COMMERCIAL AGREEMENTS
• ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING FEDERAL ACQUISITION RULES AND EXPORT CONTROLS
• SUPPORT AUDITS AND MAINTAIN CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING
• DRIVE PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS, STANDARDIZATION, AND CONTRACT GOVERNANCE
• LEAD, MENTOR, AND DEVELOP CONTRACTS STAFF

Requirements

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate effectively
• Deep knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and defense contracting practices
• Extensive experience managing complex government contracts and teams
• 8–10+ years of contracts experience, including government contracting
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
• (Master’s a plus)
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance

Skills

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate effectively
• Deep knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and defense contracting practices
• Extensive experience managing complex government contracts and teams
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems

Benefits

Opportunity to lead strategic, mission-critical contracts in a growing division
High visibility with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
A culture focused on accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities

Pay

$150,400.00-$200,500.000

Schedule

N/A