Manager, Contracts

About the role

The Contracts Manager is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts, including review, negotiation, administration, and compliance, with a focus on government and commercial agreements in support of company operations.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret purchase orders, terms and conditions, contracts, statements of work (SOWs), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and other contractual documents to understand obligations and identify potential risks
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and compliance risks in alignment with company guidelines, policies, legal requirements, and customer or supplier specifications
• Prepare, complete, and submit supplier and customer certifications, representations, and other required documentation
• Cook up internal reviews and approvals at appropriate levels, escalating issues to the FDH General Counsel as needed for guidance or final sign-off
• Maintain, organize, and update contract files, records, and databases to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and audit readiness
• Communicate and present contract-related information, status updates, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders across departments and levels of seniority
• Collaborate and coordinate closely with FDH General Counsel and other cross-functional teams to support contract strategy, negotiations, issue resolution, and overall compliance
• Support contract administration activities, including monitoring performance, processing modifications/amendments, tracking deliverables, and facilitating closeouts
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other relevant government contracting requirements
• Aid in responding to requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for information (RFIs), or other solicitations by providing contractual input and risk analysis under guidance from Legal
• Contribute to process improvements in contract management practices to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and support business objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in contract management, paralegal work, or a related contracts/compliance role
• Demonstrated understanding of Government contracting regulations, including FAR and DFARS
• Experience in the aerospace industry is a plus

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required
• ITAR Requirement 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements