Contract Manager
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive, business-minded Contracts Manager to lead contract strategy, negotiation, and execution across a portfolio of commercial and government-facing programs.
This role requires the ability to operate across a range of contracting environments, including commercial fixed-price agreements and contracts incorporating U.S. Government regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAR/DFARS).
The Contracts Manager will serve as a strategic partner across Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain helping drive disciplined contract execution, protect margins, and enable scalable growth. This role works cross-functionally across the organization and interfaces directly with customers, partners, and suppliers.
Reporting Structure & Location
This role reports to the Senior Director Contracts and sits within the Contracts department. The position is onsite, based out of Folsom, CA and may have multi-site responsibility.
What You'll Do
Own Contract Strategy & Lifecycle
Manage contracts across the full lifecycle: RFP - proposal – negotiation - award - execution - closeout
Lead contract structuring and positioning to support favorable business outcomes
Ensure contract documentation, compliance, and audit readiness
Lead Negotiations & External Engagement
Negotiate directly with primes, customers, and suppliers on terms, pricing structures, and changes
Serve as the primary contractual point of contact with customers and partners
Represent the company with professionalism and credibility in all external interactions
Identify Risk & Drive Mitigation
Identify contractual, financial, and operational risks early and proactively drive mitigation strategies
Evaluate:
Scope risk / scope creep
Pricing exposure
Compliance and regulatory risk
Advise leadership with clear, actionable recommendations
Support Proposal & Business Development
Review solicitations and shape proposal strategy and contract structure
Partner with Finance and BD on pricing alignment and contract positioning
Support evaluation of opportunities, including risk/reward tradeoffs
Ensure Compliance & Enable Future Government Work
Ensure compliance with:
FAR / DFARS (current flowdowns → future direct contracts)
ITAR / export controls
Internal policies and audit requirements
Interpret clauses and ensure proper flowdowns to subcontractors and suppliers
Support readiness for CPSR and increased government scrutiny
Drive Cross-Functional Execution
Act as a true business partner, not just a contracts administrator
Work across:
Programs
Engineering
Finance (pricing, revenue recognition)
Legal and compliance
Help resolve contract issues quickly and keep programs moving
Must be able to travel between multiple sites, as needed
Full Job Posting
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive, business-minded Contracts Manager to lead contract strategy, negotiation, and execution across a portfolio of commercial and government-facing programs.
This role requires the ability to operate across a range of contracting environments, including commercial fixed-price agreements and contracts incorporating U.S. Government regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAR/DFARS).
The Contracts Manager will serve as a strategic partner across Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain helping drive disciplined contract execution, protect margins, and enable scalable growth. This role works cross-functionally across the organization and interfaces directly with customers, partners, and suppliers.
Reporting Structure & Location
This role reports to the Senior Director Contracts and sits within the Contracts department. The position is onsite, based out of Folsom, CA and may have multi-site responsibility.
What You'll Do
Own Contract Strategy & Lifecycle
Manage contracts across the full lifecycle: RFP - proposal – negotiation - award - execution - closeout
Lead contract structuring and positioning to support favorable business outcomes
Ensure contract documentation, compliance, and audit readiness
Lead Negotiations & External Engagement
Negotiate directly with primes, customers, and suppliers on terms, pricing structures, and changes
Serve as the primary contractual point of contact with customers and partners
Represent the company with professionalism and credibility in all external interactions
Identify Risk & Drive Mitigation
Identify contractual, financial, and operational risks early and proactively drive mitigation strategies
Evaluate:
Scope risk / scope creep
Pricing exposure
Compliance and regulatory risk
Advise leadership with clear, actionable recommendations
Support Proposal & Business Development
Review solicitations and shape proposal strategy and contract structure
Partner with Finance and BD on pricing alignment and contract positioning
Support evaluation of opportunities, including risk/reward tradeoffs
Ensure Compliance & Enable Future Government Work
Ensure compliance with:
FAR / DFARS (current flowdowns → future direct contracts)
ITAR / export controls
Internal policies and audit requirements
Interpret clauses and ensure proper flowdowns to subcontractors and suppliers
Support readiness for CPSR and increased government scrutiny
Drive Cross-Functional Execution
Act as a true business partner, not just a contracts administrator
Work across:
Programs
Engineering
Finance (pricing, revenue recognition)
Legal and compliance
Help resolve contract issues quickly and keep programs moving
Must be able to travel between multiple sites, as needed
Qualifications
- Required
- Bachelor’s degree (Business, Finance, Contracts, or related)
- 10+ years of experience in contracts
- Strong experience with:
- Commercial FFP contracts
- FAR/DFARS (flowdowns required; prime experience preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Negotiate complex agreements independently
- Analyze and mitigate contractual risk
- Work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Preferred
- Experience transitioning from commercial → government contracting environments
- Professional certification (NCMA – CPCM/CCCM)
- Experience with aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
- Compensation & Benefits
- The good faith base salary range for this role is $ 140,000 - $165,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive compensation. This range may be adjusted in the future.
- Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.
- Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
- Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
- Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
- The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment
- Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
- Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
- The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.
About Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Voyager Technologies builds on over 35 years of spaceflight heritage, developing commercial space infrastructure and powering thousands of successful customer missions.
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