Contracts Administration Manager

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** 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
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* Position Title:

** Manager, Contracts Administration  
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* Location:

** Simsbury, CT (onsite or remote)  
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* 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.
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