Contracts Manager (Onsite)

2026-11-04

United States of America

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-124 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 124

Onsite

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• 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
• Typically requires 8+ years of experience in US Government and Commercial contracting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, export controls, and contract compliance requirements
• Proven ability to lead negotiations and manage complex contracts with minimal oversight
  

• 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

None/Not Required

Not Required

• →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 a variety of complex contract types, including Long‑Term Agreements, General Terms Agreements, Purchase Contracts and Settlement Agreements.
• →Evaluate customer RFPs across commercial and government‑related programs; identify proposal requirements, contractual risks, and intellectual property considerations; and 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 full compliance with company policies, procedures, FAR/DFARS, Export/Global Trade (ITAR/EAR), and CUI requirements as needed.
• →Apply working knowledge of multiple contract structures, fixed‑price, FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items), and 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 in alignment with program and business objectives.
• →Position is onsite for candidates located in the Cedar Rapids area, eligible for consideration of a hybrid work arrangement at discretion of Collins leadership; periodic  travel may be required.

 

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