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AeroVironment

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
ArlingtonVirginiaUSA
Job type
Legal
Posted
Jun 29, 2026
Salary
$101,000–$154,000 a year
Full-time

Contracts Manager

Job description

The Contracts Manager position requires complex thinking skills, with a deep understanding of contract management processes and regulations as they pertain to complex aerospace projects. As a Contracts Manager you will partner closely with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, procurement, and engineering, to streamline contract workflows and mitigate risks. Your expertise will be essential in evaluating contract performance, managing relationships, and ensuring the execution of agreements that support business goals.

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Job responsibilities

  • Work closely with Operations, the Contracts team and other functions including Sales, Strategy and Marketing, Finance, and the Legal team on bid and proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract review and…
  • Perform contract management and administrative duties throughout the contract lifecycle including, but not limited to, proposal review and preparation, leading pre and post award negotiations, executing contract…
  • Responsible for drafting, evaluating, negotiating various agreements such as, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Sales/Purchase Agreements, Subcontracts, Consulting Agreements, License Agreements, Master Agreements, and other…
  • Responsible for ensuring that agreements/terms and conditions comply with all applicable regulations and requirements, while also adhering to company policies.
  • Conduct a thorough review of contract terms and other agreements, identifying unfavorable clauses and incorporating necessary revisions to maximize protection for the Company.
  • Manage and monitor the performance of long-term contracts and agreements. Analyze and concisely summarize contractual obligations, commitments, and performance for internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate flow-downs of terms and conditions with all functional departments including program management, engineering, product support, finance, quality, supply chain management, manufacturing, as required.
  • Liaison with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and other audit agencies. May serve as the primary point of contact for all internal and external audits.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Minimum of 6-8 years' experience performing duties and responsibilities in an aerospace/defense/ government contracting environment
  • Presently hold a Secret level Security Clearance (Top Secret preferred).
  • Current expertise in Federal and International regulations, and relevant legal concepts
  • Significant experience in directly related International and DoD/Federal prime government contract administration/management.
  • Entrepreneurial focus and ability to thrive and excel in a dynamic and technically focused environment.
  • Demonstrated business acumen with experience in developing innovative solutions and a successful record of problem solving.
  • An ability to translate between business and technical risk and communicate clearly to leadership.

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