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We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.\nSENIOR CONTRACT MANAGER\nBased at Rocket Lab Optical Systems Tucson, AZ location. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for contract administration and compliance across the Rocket Lab Optical Systems business in support of multiple types of U.S. Government and commercial contracts to ensure we meet our contractual obligations and performance milestones. This position will require high levels of productivity, resourcefulness, and maintaining focus and accuracy in a fast-paced open space environment.\nWHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO \nNegotiate and administer government contracts, commercial contracts, subcontracts non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements and IP licenses.\nReview, interpret and provide advice regarding contract provisions and agreement types.\nAnalyze model contract terms and conditions for implications on the program and corporation at large; disseminates this information to internal stakeholders and leadership.\nServe as the primary customer interface for all contractual compliance matters, including: changes, disputes, or requests for equitable adjustment during contract performance.\nAssist the program and business development teams in proposal review and preparation in response to Government and commercial solicitations, as well as RFIs.\nCreate and maintains contract and business files.\nEstablish and maintain excellent relationships with Government and other customer counterparts, including internal customers and stakeholders.\nAssist Accounts Receivable team in generating invoices and payments with Government and commercial customers.\nYOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor’s degree and 8+ years of contract administration and/or management experience in the Space and/or Aerospace & Defense industries.\nExtensive knowledge of Government contracts and contract types, OTAs, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).\nExtensive knowledge and experience negotiating commercial terms and conditions.\nExperience managing DoD prime contracts and/or subcontracts supporting DoD programs.\nRequest for proposal (RFP) analysis and proposal preparation experience.\nHave or be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.\nTHESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: \n\nProficiency in out-of-the -box contracts (OTAs) a plus.\nExperience with Export Control, ITAR and EAR.\nExperience with financial, property and governmental agency audits.\nExperience with CLM systems like DocuSign.\nAbility leverage critical thinking skills to be able to timely solve problems independently and creatively.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills; able to articulate and effectively communicate contract compliance information to various levels of management and program teams.\nProven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.\nDetail oriented, team player attitude, high work ethic and reliability.\nAbility to effectively communicate with engineers, scientists, attorneys, and industry executives.\nAbility to work independently as a self-starter, influence stakeholders through effective communication, and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.\nThis position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production area\nWHAT TO EXPECT \nWe’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way. \nImportant information:\nFOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.\nRocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.\nApplicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at . This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.\nFOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:\nFor security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. \nUnder these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. 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