Contract Manager

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

We are seeking a proactive, business-minded Contracts Manager to lead contract strategy, negotiation, and execution across a portfolio of commercial and government-facing programs.

This role requires the ability to operate across a range of contracting environments, including commercial fixed-price agreements and contracts incorporating U.S. Government regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAR/DFARS). 

The Contracts Manager will serve as a strategic partner across Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain helping drive disciplined contract execution, protect margins, and enable scalable growth. This role works cross-functionally across the organization and interfaces directly with customers, partners, and suppliers.

This role reports to the Senior Director Contracts and sits within the Contracts department. The position is onsite, based out of Folsom, CA and may have multi-site responsibility.

Own Contract Strategy & Lifecycle 

• →Manage contracts across the full lifecycle: RFP - proposal – negotiation - award - execution - closeout  
• →Lead contract structuring and positioning to support favorable business outcomes 
• →Ensure contract documentation, compliance, and audit readiness 

Lead Negotiations & External Engagement 

• →Negotiate directly with primes, customers, and suppliers on terms, pricing structures, and changes 
• →Serve as the primary contractual point of contact with customers and partners  
• →Represent the company with professionalism and credibility in all external interactions 

Identify Risk & Drive Mitigation 

• →Identify contractual, financial, and operational risks early and proactively drive mitigation strategies  
• →Evaluate:  
  • →Scope risk / scope creep 
  • →Pricing exposure 
  • →Compliance and regulatory risk 
  • →Advise leadership with clear, actionable recommendations  

Support Proposal & Business Development 

• →Review solicitations and shape proposal strategy and contract structure  
• →Partner with Finance and BD on pricing alignment and contract positioning 
• →Support evaluation of opportunities, including risk/reward tradeoffs 

Ensure Compliance & Enable Future Government Work 

• →Ensure compliance with:  
• →FAR / DFARS (current flowdowns → future direct contracts)  
• →ITAR / export controls 
• →Internal policies and audit requirements 
• →Interpret clauses and ensure proper flowdowns to subcontractors and suppliers  
• →Support readiness for CPSR and increased government scrutiny 

Drive Cross-Functional Execution 

• →Act as a true business partner, not just a contracts administrator 
• →Work across:  
  • →Programs 
  • →Engineering 
  • →Finance (pricing, revenue recognition) 
  • →Legal and compliance  
• →Help resolve contract issues quickly and keep programs moving 

Must be able to travel between multiple sites, as needed

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Finance, Contracts, or related) 
• 10+ years of experience in contracts 
• Strong experience with: 
• Commercial FFP contracts
• FAR/DFARS (flowdowns required; prime experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to: 
• Negotiate complex agreements independently
• Analyze and mitigate contractual risk
• Work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment 

• Experience transitioning from commercial → government contracting environments
• Professional certification (NCMA – CPCM/CCCM)
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing