Space Contract Manager

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. About The Team Anduril is the world’s fastest-growing defense technology company, bringing Silicon Valley talent and funding to the defense and security sectors. Our technology helps the United States and its allies solve their hardest national security challenges by enabling operators to make better, more informed decisions in life‑and‑death situations. We have assembled a diverse team of experts in artificial intelligence, computer vision, sensor fusion, optics, and data analysis that are creating software and hardware solutions to radically evolve the capabilities of the United States, our allies, and commercial customers. If you are passionate about solving problems that have a real impact, come join Anduril and build the future of defense. A critical part of the Anduril team is its Contracts Managers, who play a crucial role in program success. They interface daily with a motivated team of program leadership, functional leadership, and customers in fast‑paced environments. About The Job Anduril is seeking a talented Contracts Manager to support a variety of Defense, International, and Commercial contracts and programs. In this role, you will oversee the full contract lifecycle for Anduril's government and commercial contracts, ensuring compliance, minimizing risk, and optimizing contract performance. The ideal candidate will combine deep knowledge of commercial and defense contracting with strong negotiation skills and a passion for supporting national security through technological innovation. The position will be responsible for providing contract support for various cost‑reimbursable, fixed price, T&M, IDIQ contracts, Other Transaction Agreements, and commercial contracts. Support of these contracts will involve proposal support, contract negotiation, contract compliance, contract management, contract modifications, and contract close‑out. This role works closely with the legal and proposal teams as well as across the spectrum of Anduril’s accounting, business operations, program, and engineering teams. What You’ll Do Execute contract management throughout the life of each contract. Complete contract review and acceptance. Oversee and prepare contract proposal planning and management and support preparation of proposals. Ensure compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policies. Assist in identification, development, and implementation of new contract policies and processes. Maintain comprehensive contract documentation and compliance records. Provide contract summaries and ensure contract execution in accordance with government and company requirements. Provide program managers and executives with contract briefs during the life of contracts. Provide guidance on FAR/DFARS requirements and other regulatory considerations. Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers. Provide contractual guidance and risk mitigation strategies for contractual and business obligations. Negotiate complex contractual terms with federal agencies, prime contractors, and subcontractors. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, government, or a related field. 5+ years of experience with full life cycle contract management for CPFF, FFP, and T&M government and commercial contracts. A strong working knowledge of US Government contracting including FAR/DFARS experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities. U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export‑controlled data. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Location: Based in Costa Mesa, CA, or Washington, DC. Preferred Qualifications Experience with U.S. DoD major weapons platforms. NCMA Certifications including but not limited to CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM. Graduate degree in business, law, government, or a related field. Experience with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), FAR cost allowability rules, and Certified Cost or Pricing Data Proposals. Active Top Secret Clearance. Benefits US Salary Range: $129,000—$171,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. #J-18808-Ljbffr