Level
Senior Manager/Director
Required Security Clearance
TS/SCI
Travel
Yes
Umbra is a fast-growing startup company in the aerospace industry, focused on developing revolutionary technology for Earth observation. They are seeking a Senior Contracts Manager/Director to join their team in Arlington, Virginia. This role will involve managing complex contracts for both government and commercial sectors, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and supporting cross-functional teams. The salary for this position ranges from $125,000 to $230,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
H1: Senior Contracts Manager/Director at Innovative Aerospace Company in Arlington, VA
H2: Join Our Team and Help Deliver Global Omniscience with Umbra
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the full contract lifecycle for government and commercial contracts
- Lead negotiations for new contracts, modifications, and renewals
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations and organizational policies
- Support the deal desk in structuring and approving deals
- Monitor contract performance and mitigate risks
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders
- Support the bid and proposal process
- Continuously evaluate and improve contract management processes
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Law, or related field
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in government and commercial contract management
- TS/SCI security clearance, read-in within the past two years
- Direct experience with government intelligence community in the past two years
- Proven expertise in government and commercial contracting
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Resilience, resourcefulness, and ability to make decisions with imperfect information
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in a fast-growing startup or within the Earth observation industry
- Experience supporting a deal desk function
- Background in program or contract management with government space-focused agencies
- A blend of experience in both law firm and in-house/government contracting settings
- Strong intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous growth
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle and vendor management systems
- Engineering or other technology experience
Benefits:
- Flexible vacation, paid time off, and family leave
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution
- Stock options
- Free parking or reimbursable metro
Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and diversity. They take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
All hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.
ITAR/EAR Requirements:
This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to . export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a . citizen, . national, . lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee, or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the . Department of State and/or . Department of Commerce as applicable.
Pay Transparency:
The salary for this position ranges from $125,000 to $230,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Umbra sets standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function and level benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by skills, responsibilities, and relevant work experience.
Join the Umbra team and help deliver global omniscience with your expertise in government and commercial contract management. Apply now and be a part of a brand-new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.
