Contracts Manager - Avionics (Remote)

Overview

This Contracts Manager role supports commercial and government-related programs through contract strategy, negotiation, and execution. The position is remote for candidates located outside the Cedar Rapids area, with periodic travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractual advisor and representative for assigned programs, acting as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Review, interpret, negotiate, and manage complex contract types, including Long-Term Agreements, General Terms Agreements, and Settlement Agreements.
• Evaluate customer RFPs across commercial and government-related programs; identify proposal requirements, contractual risks, and intellectual property considerations; draft, redline, and negotiate complex terms and conditions.
• Lead negotiations for complex customer contracts, leveraging legal and subject-matter experts to identify, mitigate, and document contractual and business risks.
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to program teams and leadership on contract strategy, interpretation, and risk posture.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, FAR/DFARS, Export/Global Trade (ITAR/EAR), and CUI requirements as needed.
• Apply working knowledge of multiple contract structures, including:
  • Cost-reimbursable
  • Fixed-price
  • FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items)
  • FAR Part 15 (TINA)
• Work with a high degree of autonomy and provide mentorship or guidance to junior contract professionals as needed.
• Manage multiple routine and complex contracting and proposal efforts while responding effectively to urgent and unplanned requests.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and support issue resolution aligned with program and business objectives.

Requirements (Qualifications You Must Have)

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, export controls, and contract compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead negotiations and manage complex contracts with minimal oversight.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess and articulate contractual risks and provide sound recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and influence outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Master’s degree, MBA, or JD.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-technology contracting.
• Experience mentoring or developing junior talent.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD.

Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption assistance
• Autism benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives (wellness rewards)
• Doctor on Demand (virtual doctor visits)
• Bright Horizons (child and elder care services)
• Teladoc Medical Experts (second opinion program)
• Eligible for relocation assistance (if applicable)

Additional compensation and benefits:

• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on position level and whether covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these programs are not guaranteed.
• Specific benefits depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Location

• Remote (US-IA-REMOTE)
• Remote for candidates located outside the Cedar Rapids area; periodic travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.