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Director of Contracts


Job Location:

Rancho Cordova, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 150400 - 200500
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense factory automation air and water quality environmental monitoring electronics design and development oceanographic research deepwater oil and gas exploration and production medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

At Teledyne Microwave Solutions you will lead the contracts function supporting advanced technologies for aerospace defense and high-performance commercial applications. As Director of Contracts you will shape contract strategy drive compliance and partner with executive leadership to enable business growth while minimizing risk. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will build strong cross-functional relationships and develop a high-performing contracts team.
What youll do
  • Lead the full lifecycle of U.S. government and commercial contracts from proposal through closeout
  • Direct negotiations and execution of complex agreements including long-term and confidentiality agreements
  • Advise executive leadership on contractual strategy obligations and risk mitigation
  • Review solicitations to identify key requirements risks and deliverables
  • Partner with finance legal and program teams on pricing and contract strategy
  • Oversee administration of prime contracts subcontracts and commercial agreements
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including federal acquisition rules and export controls
  • Support audits and maintain contract documentation and reporting
  • Drive process improvements standardization and contract governance
  • Lead mentor and develop contracts staff
What you need
  • Strong leadership negotiation and analytical skills required
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate effectively required
  • Deep knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and defense contracting practices required
  • Extensive experience managing complex government contracts and teams required
  • 810 years of contracts experience including government contracting required
  • Experience with enterprise resource planning systems preferred
  • Bachelors degree in Business or related field required (Masters a plus)
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance required
What we offer
  • Opportunity to lead strategic mission-critical contracts in a growing division
  • High visibility with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
  • A culture focused on accountability innovation and continuous improvement
  • Competitive compensation benefits and career growth opportunities
What happens next
After you apply our recruiting team will review your application and reach out regarding next steps. Qualified candidates can expect interviews with senior leadership and key stakeholders. Communication will primarily take place via email and phone.
This role requires compliance with U.S. export control laws including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and eligibility for a U.S. security clearance.

Salary Range:

$150400.00-$200500.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including but not limited to location local regulations (such as minimum wage) education/training work experience key skills and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws regulations rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status age or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal state or local laws.


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