Contracts Manager I

Are you looking to join a dynamic contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities across a diverse portfolio of government and commercial customers? Are you ready to use your contracting skills and experience to lead the way into the Orbital Age? This opportunity provides immediate high impact and high visibility within our Orbital Mission Services (OMS) business area with a focus on our Government customers.
Sierra Space-based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI, Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space Center, FL-designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin, Durham, North Carolina, Kennedy Space Center, Florida, New York, NY, and Washington DC, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Sierra Space is seeking a Contracts Manager with experience in full life cycle contract management beginning with industry day engagement and culminating in contract close-out. This position will be in direct support of Sierra Space OMS, a business area within our Applications Sector, the fastest growing element within Sierra Space. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and Agency specific clauses as well as all major government contract types. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated ability to work with speed and discipline to ensure on-time delivery of all proposals, contractual deliverables, and internal data collection requirements. The ability to make decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, supply chain, export and security, and advise management of contractual rights and obligations are critical skillsets for this role. This role will be responsible for the negotiation, administration and completion of standard and non-standard contracts (e.g. Other Transaction Agreements, Commercial Non-Gov, etc.). The successful candidate must have the ability to conduct complex proposal preparations, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer engagement activities to provide for proper compliance with all contract acquisition, fulfillment and company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. The successful candidate will be crucial to building strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to assist with growing this important business area.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the US Government Acquisition and Procurement environment, commercial contracting methods (FAR Part 12 and non-Gov), and FAR/DFARS/Agency requirements
• Ensure compliance with the Sierra Space Command Media and relevant company policies and procedures
• Independently lead and support proposal activities including, but not limited to, analysis of solicitations, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations based on analysis with attention to the financial and business risks of each proposed effort
• Preparing the terms, conditions and assumptions upon which each proposal may be submitted, including the review of the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency
• Review, negotiate, and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding/Agreement, and other agreements
• Coordinate with other company functions to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted and obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents
• Perform all aspects of assigned contract administration including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipt and delivery schedules, legal requirement compliance and fulfillment of other commitments
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures
• Support Program Managers, IPT Leads, and Business Area leads and provide contracts advice and counsel to company management at all levels, as required
• Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates as well as favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals
• Negotiate and administer a broad range of standard and nonstandard contracts

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
• A higher level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• An active TS/SCI Clearance with SCI eligibility is required for this role

Preferred:

• Experience with Government Contracts including but not limited to Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus, and Other Transactional Agreements
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties set forth in job description above
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with Sierra Space customers and internal stakeholders
• Utilize computer skills to prepare appropriate reports and documents, must be skilled with Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations
• Proficient research and presentation skills
• Reliability and attention to detail
• Knowledgeable about Intellectual Property and Data Rights

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires a current/active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violation and illegal drug use.
At Sierra Space we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Sierra Space has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America's fastest-growing companies. Learn more about Sierra Space
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Estimated Starting Salary Range:
$104,827.91 - $157,241.88
Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.