Contracts Specialist

At ispace U.S., were not just going to the Moonwere redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: Expand our Planet. Expand our Future. By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Lets go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
As a Contracts Specialist , you will be the subject matter expert on all subcontract administration functions within the project life cycle. This will include writing and managing contracts through execution. Such contracts will include: Master Supply Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Performance Work Statements, and additional contracts as business needs require. You will then ensure internal and external stakeholders are complying to agreed upon contractual terms while managing a variety of subcontractors across various subsystems. Additionally, you will work closely with internal functional areas to facilitate any adjustments needed throughout each subcontract lifecycle to ensure optimal support of the mission needs. Key Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor performance for compliance with applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, contract data reporting requirements, overall supplier performance management, and other contractual requirements
• Negotiation of supporting documents such as non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements, teaming agreements, memorandums of understanding and other agreements
• Acquisition planning, solicit, evaluate, negotiate, analyze, advise, and assist with contract awards, post award administration and terminations on contracts for the procurement of supplies and services, including complex contracts and high dollar acquisitions
• Conduct contract negotiation and management of major contracts in line with supplier lifecycle management
• Perform price/cost analysis using several variables and methods to determine the reasonableness of proposed pricing
• Interpret and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), NASA FAR Supplement (NFS), and other applicable regulations
• Manage contract modifications as well as conduct internal audits on contracts
• Develop and/or review complex contractual pricing arrangements requiring sophisticated contracting techniques, sharing arrangements such as cost-plus-incentive-fees, fixed-price-incentive-fees, or economic price adjustment clauses
• Work closely and strategically with numerous functional areas such as, Legal, Program Management, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, Finance, to ensure cohesive contractual alignment that satisfies each functions needs but ultimately to support mission success
• Support projects like enhancements to our Supplier Management Plan, streamlining various Supply Chain processes and the like
• Travel to key suppliers as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of full lifecycle contracting experience and shall be familiar with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• A bachelors degree in the related technical field. We will consider a combination of education and experience.
• Manages and prioritizes several projects at one time
• The candidate shall have excellent writing skills and be able to communicate orally and in writing
• Must be able to review and analyze RFP requirements and identify possible terms & conditions risks, develop fully compliant proposals, and reconcile contractual documents
• Extensive experience directly managing various contract (Fixed, T&M, Cost Reimbursable, etc.) types and overall subcontract management experience
• Desire to in be a role that will grow and develop over time
• The candidate shall be thoroughly familiar and proficient in the use of commercial software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams
• Have good collaboration and communication skills amongst internal and external stakeholders

What makes you stand out!

• Agile and able to respond to dynamic priorities
• Works with limited oversight from leadership
• Experience working in the space industry
• Recommend business solutions for day-to-day contractual challenges
• Prior experience with Government Contracts management

The salary posted is a targeted range for budget of position. Base compensation can be negotiated and will be commensurate with experience, skills, education, and training.
We welcome candidates with diverse experience levels and evaluate the best fit on an individual basis. Your final job level and salary will be determined based on your skills, experience, and the impact you can bring to the role.
Health Coverage: Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans, with 100% company-paid options available for employees. Hybrid Work: Flexibility to work remotely and in-office, depending on your role and the stage of our program. Commuter Perks: Company-paid RTD EcoPass for buses and light rail. Lunch Perks: Monthly stipend to enjoy meals from our cafe. Paid Time Off: 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays. Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching. Travel: Opportunities for domestic and international travel. Stock Options: Participation in our stock option program. Learning & Development: Ample opportunities to grow, including lunch-and-learns, skills training, and stipends for professional development. Team Culture: A fun and casual environment with regular team gatherings, including monthly TGIF events to connect and unwind. #LI-LH1
At ispace, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, even if you dont meet every listed requirement. If youre passionate about our mission and think you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to grow and succeed together.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR.here.
ispace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with ispace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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