ONE - Contracts Manager; Aerospace & Defense

Position: THIS ONE - Contracts Manager (Aerospace & Defense)
A bit about us:

We are a dynamic, mission-driven organization that designs and delivers life-critical solutions for aerospace and defense. Our teams thrive on innovation, precision, and purpose-developing products that protect lives and enable success in the most demanding environments. We operate with integrity, agility, and a commitment to excellence across every function. Collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of how we work.

Why join us?

• Every other Friday off plus paid holiday shutdowns (9/80 schedule)
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, critical illness, HSA/FSA options
• 401(k) with company match and employee wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program and confidential counseling support
• Career growth in aerospace and defense contracting with direct impact on U.S. missions
• Team-oriented culture where collaboration drives success

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Manage full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts, including review, negotiation, compliance, and tracking
• Serve as primary liaison to external contracting officers, prime contractors, and subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and other federal regulations
• Coordinate with internal teams (legal, finance, estimating) to align contract terms and cost accounting requirements
• Maintain and update registrations in SAM and DIBBS
• Support audits and reporting requirements from DLA, DCMA, and DCAA
• Review and advise on NDAs, teaming agreements, distributor and license agreements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or similar area of study
• 5+ years of experience in government contracting
• Proficiency with FAR, DFARS, SAM, DIBBS, PIEE, DLA, DCMA, DCAA
• Experience with ITAR and U.S. export control procedures
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite

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