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Mach’s Legal Team is seeking a Government Contracts Manager to lead the negotiation, execution, and ongoing management of complex government and related agreements across aerospace and defense industries. This role plays a critical part in supporting program execution, enabling business growth, and ensuring contractual compliance throughout the full contract lifecycle.
Job Responsibility:
Manage contracts from proposal development through closeout, ensuring accurate execution and documentation
Ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS, ITAR, export controls, and other applicable U.S. government regulations
Administer contract modifications, amendments, renewals, and extensions aligned with business objectives
Support negotiations with government customers, prime contractors, suppliers, and commercial partners
Review, draft, and analyze contractual terms to balance risk, compliance, and operational flexibility
Identify contractual risks across defense and related programs and recommend mitigation strategies
Advise internal teams on rights, obligations, and compliance requirements throughout contract performance
Partner closely with program management, supply chain, finance, legal, and engineering teams
Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, bids, and RFP responses
Develop and refine contract management processes to improve efficiency and compliance
Maintain accurate contract records and reporting systems to support audits and internal reviews
Requirements:
Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export control regulations
Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain a clearance
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of experience in contracts management, preferably within aerospace or defense
Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and U.S. government contracting principles
Proven experience negotiating and managing complex commercial and government agreements
Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while managing multiple priorities
Nice to have:
Active Top Secret clearance
10+ years of experience in contract management across Major Defense Acquisition Programs as well as CSOs, OTAs, SBIRs
Experience supporting defense programs or government-funded development efforts
Familiarity with long-term automotive or manufacturing supply agreements
Experience working in startup or high-growth technology environments
What we offer:
Offers Equity
healthcare
dental and vision plans
retirement savings
paid time off
continuing education, training, and career growth funds