Contracts Manager

About usWe are EnduroSat! A fast-growing space scale-up at the forefront of satellite innovation, specializing in advanced software-flexible satellites for commercial, governmental, and scientific endeavors.This is more than a job, it's a missionWe are making space universally accessible and redefining what's possible.We get things doneWe take ownership of what we do and we work hard to make a difference.We are fearlessTranspаrency is our only way forward. We dare to address and resolve issues head-on.We learn from our mistakesWe deliver, take informed risks, and evolve to achieve our goals.What is the role?As a a highly skilled Contracts Manager with deep expertise in the space sector for both U.S. government and commercial contracting you will lead the execution and management of complex contractual relationships across a portfolio of programs, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, alignment with mission goals, and timely contract completion. You will coordinate between internal teams and external stakeholders, especially with legal and contracting counterparts from agencies such as NASA, DoD, and commercial space companies. You will also be responsible for driving contracts to successful completion. This role is part of our Legal team.Some of your daily tasks will include:Experience with commercial contracting and international trade contractsDeep understanding of contractual, business and commercial risksOwn the end-to-end contracting process for government and commercial space projects, from RFP reviews and proposal development to contract execution alongside the Legal teamManagement the entire contract lifecycle of commercial agreements executed by the company, including federal contracts, subcontracts, procurement contracts for satellites and space services,master service agreements, and licensing agreementsProvide high quality advice and support of the Legal and business units during the negotiation, drafting and ongoing management of contractsEffectively managing commercial risks and issuesEnsure compliance with all company policies and procedures, applicable U.S. Government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, US export controls, and relevant agency - specific requirementsCoordinate with compliance and export control teams to ensure contract terms align with licensing and regulatory frameworksAct as the primary point of contact for contract matters and communicate contractual obligations and contract change requests between internal stakeholders and external partiesCollaborate with Legal, finance, business units and program management teams to track contract milestones and deliverablesProactively identify contract risks and mitigation strategies, including limitations of liability, indemnities, IP ownership, and flow-down clauses, coordinate with Legal unit and ensure company applies mitigation measuresDevelop internal tools, templates, and processes to improve contract efficiency and consistencyMaintain organized contract records and support audits, reviews, and regulatory inquiriesWorking alongside the Legal team and coordinating between various stakeholders, including finance, business and engineering units.Drive process efficiency to current tasks and seek innovative ways to improve performance of the team.What do we look for?Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field5-10+ years of experience in contracts management, with a minimum of 3 years focused on aerospace, space, or defense contractingDeep familiarity with FAR/DFARS, agency-specific procurement frameworks (NASA, DoD, AFRL, DARPA), and commercial contracting in the space domainDemonstrated ability to negotiate complex, high-value contractsExcellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skillsExperienced with ITAR/EAR export compliance regulationsBased in the Denver or Washington DC areas, or willing to relocate to eitherWhat do we offer?Health insurance coverageMatching 401k planGenerous team performance-based bonusCollaboration with EnduroSat offices in EuropeSalary range: $120,000 - $180,000 per year. The state of Colorado requires listing salary details. The salary will likely be within this range although it may differ based on experience level or other factors.We hope you are as excited about the future of space technology as we are. We look forward to hearing from you!

Created: 2026-04-02