Contracts Administration Manager

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REQ106793This opportunity is located within our **Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company** business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. to learn more.**Job Description****Manager, Contracts Administration****Position Title:** Manager, Contracts Administration

**Location:** Simsbury, CT (onsite or remote)

**Reports To:** Director, Contracts – EBAD**About the Role**Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks an experienced Contracts Administration Manager to lead our contracts team and ensure compliance across a diverse portfolio of government and commercial aerospace and defense programs. This role is pivotal in supporting sales, program management, engineering, and manufacturing while safeguarding EBAD’s contractual obligations and customer relationships.**Key Responsibilities*** Lead contract management support for proposal teams, ensuring terms and conditions align with business goals and mitigate risk.* Coordinate with Program Managers to develop negotiation strategies and negotiate terms for U.S. Government, commercial, and international contracts.* Support post-award contract administration and documentation within EBAD’s ERP system.* Serve as the primary liaison between EBAD and customers, maintaining formal records of contractual commitments.* Lead and manage a team of contract administrators supporting multiple programs, from proposal preparation through invoicing and collections.* Develop and implement processes that ensure clarity of commitments and compliance with federal regulations.* Train and mentor the contracts team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and standard work.* Represent EBAD in negotiations with customers, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation.* Oversee compliance with Arms Export Control Act (AECA), ITAR, and EAR requirements.* Drive process improvements, track metrics, and report progress to senior leadership.* Partner cross-functionally to ensure customer satisfaction and business success.**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, or related field (Master’s preferred).* 7+ years of contracts management experience in a manufacturing environment.* 5+ years of people leadership experience preferred.* Background with government and commercial aerospace/defense contracts.* CPCM or CFCM preferred.* Export compliance knowledge desirable.* U.S. Citizenship required.**Skills & Attributes*** Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.* Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.* Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, DOD, TINA, ITAR preferred.* Collaborative, adaptable leader who can build trust and drive results.At EBAD, you’ll lead a high-impact function at the core of our business success. You’ll gain visibility across all market segments, influence strategic outcomes, and grow within a company committed to employee development, innovation, and excellence in the aerospace and defense industry.If you are a seasoned contracts professional ready to lead a critical EBAD business function, drive long-term growth, and shape the future of a legacy-rich organization, we invite you to explore this opportunity.*Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company* *is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.* #J-18808-Ljbffr