Senior Contracts Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Help craft and implement contractual documentation
• Support contract negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, customers, and the federal government
• Review contractual terms, identify risks, and negotiate on behalf of the company
• Cook up contract implementations between the company and subcontractors while ensuring both parties are adhering to obligations
• Quarterly review and maintain all contract records, while guaranteeing thorough and accurate compliance
• Cook up contract administration across departments
• Support government compliance activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in contract administration or a related role, preferably in the aerospace industry and/or a technology startup environment
• Strong understanding of contract law, including contract formation, interpretation, and implementation
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to achieve favorable terms and conditions while maintaining positive relationships with partners and vendors
• Experience working on contracts with the U.S. government
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within the aerospace industry and/or a technology startup environment
• Advanced degree or certification (i.e., JD, CPCM)
• Experience working in the space industry or with NASA or DoD contracts, including familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and NASA FAR Supplement (NFS)
• Knowledge of intellectual property rights and licensing agreements related to space technology
• Experience with international contracts and cross-border transactions

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer

Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation

Retail plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions

Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

About the Role

Lunar Outpost, a trailblazer in space robotics, invites you to join our team!

Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a sustainable presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are seeking a talented, experienced Senior Contracts Manager to help define the future of lunar surface mobility in a fast-paced startup environment.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

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Benefits

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