Title: Senior Manager, Contracts
Department: Legal
Revision Date: 11/4/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Chandler, AZ
Level: M3
Position Summary To Lead Comtech Space & Satellite Contracts Administration Function
Responsibilities: - Lead a team of contract professionals supporting a portfolio of government and commercial programs within the Satellite and Space business.
- Provide contractual leadership throughout the business lifecycle, including capture, proposal development, negotiation, contract execution, and closeout.
- Partner with Program Management, Finance, Legal, Subcontracts, Business Development, Engineering, Compliance, Global Trade, and other stakeholders to support business objectives and address contractual matters.
- Negotiate and administer a broad range of contracts, agreements, modifications, and other contractual instruments with customers, partners, and subcontractors.
- Evaluate contractual risks and opportunities, recommend mitigation strategies, and advise management on business and compliance considerations.
- Resolve complex contractual issues, customer concerns, and performance-related matters while maintaining strong business relationships.
- Implement and maintain effective contract management processes, procedures, and controls that promote compliance, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
- Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, customer requirements, and company policies, including FAR, DFARS, and related government contracting requirements.
- Support regulatory and customer audits, including DCMA, DCAA, and OFCCP reviews, and coordinate responses as required.
- Monitor contract performance, obligations, and key deliverables, providing clear communication and reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate contract documentation and records throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Identify and drive process improvements, standardization initiatives, and system enhancements that increase efficiency and strengthen compliance.
- Support the implementation and optimization of Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools and processes.
Skills: - Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting principles.
- Advanced understanding of FAR Parts 12 and 15.
- Familiarity with NIST 800-171, CMMC, and related cybersecurity requirements.
- Knowledge of commercial contracting practices, UCC provisions, and standard terms and conditions.
- Demonstrated success negotiating complex government and commercial agreements.
- Strong business judgment, analytical thinking, and risk assessment capabilities.
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results across multiple programs and initiatives
Requirements: - Prior experience leading and developing contracts professionals.
- Demonstrated experience with contract negotiations, administration, compliance, and proposal support activities.
- Experience supporting government compliance audits preferred.
- NCMA certification (CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM) preferred.
Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive contracts experience.
- Minimum of 10 years supporting U.S. Government contracts.
The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location. 
