Contracts Specialist

The role

The Contracts Specialist provides strategic advice on contractual rights, regulations, and policies to mitigate risks. They partner with Finance and business divisions to secure contract awards and ensure compliance with company policies.

What you will do

• Provide strategic advice and guidance on contractual rights, obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure
• Partner with Finance leadership to secure contract awards and negotiate payment terms
• Develop and implement contract strategies consistent with Voyager strategic imperatives
• Partner with business divisions and functional organizations to ensure contracting activities are vetted
• Ensure contract and proposal actions are reviewed and approved per Delegation of Authority
• Develop, support, and maintain customer relationships
• Assist in proposal preparation and contract negotiations
• Assess terms and conditions to protect the corporation from risk
• Provide recommendations to executive leadership
• Coordinate and drive resolution of key business issues with legal, risk management, and corporate contracts

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years highly dynamic role in a technology, defense, or aerospace/space company
• Experience with managing Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Experience in the development of proposals, proposal cost structure, performance requirements, delivery schedules, and negotiations
• Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of objectives
• Ability to communicate and influence executive leadership
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with complex customer
• Detail oriented
• Data-driven

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (MBA, JD or other)
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• Applicants must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual
• Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company. They tackle complex challenges to advance human progress and protect critical assets.