Senior Government Contracts Manager

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E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Senior Government Contracts Manager to join our Contracts team on-site in Arlington, Texas. The ideal candidate brings 5-10 years of experience managing federal government contracts and possesses strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), data rights frameworks, and contract line item structuring.

The Senior Government Contracts Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle management of government contracts, subcontracts, and OTA agreements, from proposal development and contract negotiation through contract administration, performance management, and closeout. This role serves as a key business partner, ensuring contractual compliance, mitigating risk, and supporting strategic growth objectives across Department of Defense and other federal government programs.

Working closely with Business Development, Program Management, Finance, Supply Chain, and executive leadership, the Senior Government Contracts Manager provides guidance on contractual requirements, proposal compliance, customer obligations, regulatory requirements, and business risk considerations. The successful candidate will balance sound contract management practices with business objectives, helping the organization successfully pursue, win, and execute government contracts while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

This position is ideal for an experienced government contracting professional with a background in contract management, acquisition, procurement, business administration, law, or a related discipline who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can effectively manage complex contractual matters with a high degree of independence and professionalism.

Contracts & Procurement

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer government prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and contract modifications under FAR and DFARS.
• Provide guidance on contract line item number (CLIN) structures, pricing arrangements, deliverable requirements, and contract terms to support compliant proposal submissions.
• Support capture and proposal efforts through solicitation reviews, compliance assessments, bid/no-bid analysis, and evaluation of contractual terms and conditions.
• Identify contract flow-down requirements and ensure appropriate incorporation into supplier and subcontractor agreements.
• Review customer requests and contractual documents to ensure alignment with company policies, business objectives, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain contract files, records, and documentation throughout the contract lifecycle.

Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs)

• Support the proposal development, negotiation, implementation, and administration of Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements under 10 U.S.C. § 4022.
• Assess OTA eligibility requirements, prototype transaction structures, follow-on production opportunities, and consortium participation arrangements.
• Monitor DoD OTA guidance and communicate evolving requirements and best practices to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with program managers and business leaders to ensure compliance with OTA terms, reporting requirements, and deliverable obligations.

Data Rights & Intellectual Property

• Analyze and negotiate…