Contracts Manager

terranorbitalcorporation

Irvine, CA · Irvine · United States

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Full-time
On-site
Contracts

Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Summary

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director, Contracts & Procurement the Contracts Manager will support business units in the management of contracts. Areas of responsibility include proposal review, full life-cycle contract management, negotiation, administration, and compliance with US export and other regulations governing international business to provide for contract management following company policy. Reviews, interprets, recommends, and negotiates contractual terms and conditions and participates in developing policies, procedures, and standard practices to ensure contract activities achieve desired objectives and timetables. Advises business and program management leadership on contractual approach following financial and programmatic objectives.

*This position will be fully onsite in Irvine, CA*

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Proactively manage various contracts (government/commercial). Experienced with all contract types (i.e., Cost Reimbursement, Fixed Price, FPIF, IDIQ, Time and Material, etc.) and Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
Review bids and proposals to ensure they meet company policies and compliance with customer solicitation requirements. Demonstrated ability to take initiative for review and analysis for major proposal efforts to mitigate contract risks. Ability to serve as a Volume lead.
Proactively identify and resolve contractual issues; address disputes, questions, and concerns. Respond to various complex contracting inquiries in a timely manner.
Provide thought leadership and innovative solutions for complex contracting matters.
Review, draft and negotiate various Teaming, Licenses, Proprietary Information and Non-Disclosure agreements.
Advise business, technical, program management leadership of contractual rights and obligations and interpret complex terms and conditions.
Participate in cost and pricing processes with program management and customer representatives.
Maintain corporate awareness of regulatory changes and contractual requirements, including flow-downs, US export controls, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and anti-boycott compliance.
Develop and maintain various templates, training materials, and performance metrics.
Contribute to the development of various Policies and Procedures.
Serve as point of contact with customers and other external parties concerning contractual matters.
Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Legal Studies or relevant degree from an accredited University .
8+ years of progressive professional experience in Government and Commercial Contract Management in support of multiple technical programs.
Demonstrated experience leading complex contract negotiations and Government and Commercial terms and conditions in broad applications, thorough understanding of contracting principles and concepts.
Thorough understanding of the US Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition policy, government contracting principles, and regulations. Strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and the NASA FAR supplement.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
Proficient computer skills to prepare documents in Microsoft Office.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple contract actions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and ability to work extended hours as required.
Experienced in communicating with program managers, senior management/executive level.
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Additional Differentiators

Contracting Certification – such as NCMA CPCM or Defense Acquisition University (DAU) DAWIA Level III in Contracting.
Experience with US export regulations is desired

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

Salary Range

$130,000—$170,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

Benefits

100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) Match
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.