Contracts Manager

Greenwood Village, CO, 6060 South Willow Drive, Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States of America Job Description York Space Systems specializes in end-to-end customer solutions and rapid production of spacecraft platforms. This role will be located onsite at our Greenwood Village, Colorado facility. Position Summary York Space Systems has an opening for a full-time Contracts Manager. This position will report to the Director - Government Contracts and will be responsible for supporting prime contracts across multiple programs in various stages of the contract lifecycle. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, compliance-driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced next‑generation corporate environment. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the contracts function for a rapidly scaling business. Key Responsibilities Oversee administration and management of US Government prime contracts and agreements, ensuring commitments are well understood by internal stakeholders and required actions are completed on time. Lead the end‑to‑end strategy for contract changes and proposals to include development of negotiation framework. Provide support to the capture and proposal operations team, to include reviewing, drafting, and submitting compliant responses to solicitations. Work closely with cross‑functional teams to construct and negotiate terms and conditions that minimize legal and commercial risk and support favorable business outcomes. Oversee contract data integrity and documentation to support internal and external audits, reviews, and inquiries. Timely communication or escalation of contract information and issues for resolution with appropriate internal stakeholders. Build and foster positive, enduring relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers. Qualifications Required for the Role Bachelor’s degree in business or other relevant discipline. 4+ years of professional experience, including at least 2 years of direct experience administrating or managing US Government prime contracts or agreements. Demonstrated knowledge of working engineering change proposals and/or new business proposals. Experience operating as an external‑facing company representative. Ability to complete work independently while ensuring strategic oversight and alignment during pivotal stages. Must currently hold or be willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance up to and including TS/SCI. Preferred for the Role Current, active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance Experience with firm‑fixed‑price contracts or agreements Experience with FAR and/or DFARS Experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry Knowledge of ITAR/EAR export compliance regulations Knowledge of Intellectual Property Licensing / Data Rights Familiarity with determining price reasonableness 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (subject to spousal surcharge). Company holidays, floating holidays, and sick time. Unlimited PTO. Generous 401(k) match. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. York Space Systems 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, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER. #J-18808-Ljbffr