SummaryWe're seeking an energetic and adaptable
Contracts Specialist, Sr. Lead to support a growing portfolio of U.S. Government, Commercial Aerospace, and international customer proposal pursuits. This role is well-suited for a contracts professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to contribute across proposal development, contract review, change management, negotiations support, and customer engagement.
As part of a publicly traded company, you will also help navigate periodic peak workload cycles, especially around quarter-end closeout and reporting periods. You'll collaborate with program, engineering, finance, supply chain, and senior contracts staff to support compliant, competitive proposals and administer a diverse array of domestic and international contracts.
Responsibilities- Support proposal efforts for U.S. Government, Commercial Aerospace, and international customers by reviewing RFP requirements, gathering inputs, and preparing contract-related proposal content.
- Assist in developing RFPs for suppliers and subcontractors, coordinating requirements, and supporting evaluation activities when needed.
- Contribute to negotiation preparation and assist in customer or supplier discussions under guidance from senior personnel.
- Support contract change management, including drafting and helping develop persuasive justifications for contract modifications, requests for equitable adjustments, and other change actions.
- Assist in reviewing, NDA's, teaming agreements, proposals, terms and conditions, and contract documents-including changes and amendments.
- Prepare summaries of key risks, assumptions, and contractual considerations for program and leadership teams for proposal gate reviews.
- Process and track contract documents, deliverables, funding actions, and correspondence using contract management tools and CDRL systems.
- Monitor contract compliance and support the preparation of required contractual deliverables.
- Maintain strong, professional communication with internal stakeholders, domestic and international customers, and suppliers.
Ideal Experience- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or related field; equivalent experience will be considered
- 10+ years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, supply chain, proposal support, or relevant business roles
- Experience supporting the review and management of contract or proposal documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, deadline-driven environments with occasional quarter-end surge activity
- Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with document/data management tools
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain a security clearance
- Some travel may be required (10-15%) to company and customer sites.
Desired Skills- Familiarity with Government or Commercial contracting practices, particularly within Aerospace/Defense
- Exposure to international contracting considerations
- Basic understanding of ITAR/EAR export regulations
- Experience with ERP systems such as Cost Point, Salesforce CLM tools, AI platforms or government portals (PIEE, SAM.gov)
Salary Range: $135,000 - $175,000/ year Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence. Don't meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 
