About Electra:Electras next gen mission is to develop Ultra Short aircraft built for Direct Aviation. We are redefining the next level of connectivity pioneering direct aviation without airports emissions or noise. Electras Ultra Short aircraft will revolutionize air travel by bringing it closer to where we live work and play making new connections possible. This makes a new venture like Electra exciting and fastpaced. Headquartered in Northern Virginia were on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work.Position Overview:
Electra is seeking a Contract Management Associate to join our innovative team in Manassas Virginia. This role supports our commercial and government program teams as well as our product development teams by drafting and managing contracts throughout the lifecycle of the program. If youre a proactive detailoriented techsavvy professional with a passion for contract management and a desire to contribute to the future of sustainable aviation we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Support Setup and Monitor performance on customer contracts:- Support the Contracts Manager and business development teams with set up and of government and commercial customer contracts.
- Monitor contract performance and assist the responsible program managers with preparation and submission of deliverables as required by the contract.
- Work closely with the customer contract manager to implement any contract modifications needed during the performance of the work.
- Work closely with the Contract Manager and Program Managers to maintain log of contract deliverable due dates expected submission dates invoice dates and deliverable closeout dates.
- Maintain a wellorganized easily searchable archive of current and past contracts and any modifications thereto.
Establish and Maintain Subcontracts:- Partner with supply chain and program teams to set up standard subcontractor consulting and purchasing agreements with vendors.
- Monitor subcontractor adherence to contract requirements and work with subcontractor to implement contract changes as needed.
- Maintain detailed documentation of communication with subcontractors.
Empower Contracts Administration:- Maintain a wellorganized comprehensive repository of legal templates including R&D contracts supplier terms and conditions NDAs and aircraft purchase agreements.
- Execute log and archive standard NDAs
- Develop tools and processes to improve efficiency of contract administration
- Provide adhoc legal support to ensure compliance across all contractual activities
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills & Qualifications:- Bachelors degree in Business Law Finance or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in contract management or a related discipline.
- Expertise in U.S. government contracts and familiarity with the FAR with a particular focus on Small Business Programs.
- Familiarity with U.S. export control laws.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word Excel Sharepoint and other office tools.
- Desire for continuous process improvement
- Ability to lead contract independently while upholding the highest ethical standards.
- US Person (Citizen or Permanent Resident)
Desired Qualifications:- Experience in program management particularly in technologydriven industries.
- Advanced degree or experience in the aerospace industry.
Additional Information:- Travel: Occasional travel <25.
- Onsite Presence: Expected onsite presence at our Manassas VA headquarters 45 days per week.
Salary: Electras salary range for this position is: $71500..00
Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors including project budgets jobrelated skills experience relevant education and/or training role level location and project.Compensation and Benefits:
In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality at Electra we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision STD LTD and life insurance generous PTO and sick leave company holidays paid winter break and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks such as free catered lunches amazing coffee snacks drinks fruit free parking and opportunities for much more.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials boxes power tools prototypes and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects some fieldwork may be required working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.
Commitment
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.
Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic predisposition or carrier status veteran status citizenship status or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
Electra is an EVerify employer.
Required Experience:
Manager