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AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, is seeking an International Contracts Manager to manage and administer U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Direct Commercial Sales (DCS), and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts. This hybrid/remote role is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. Government acquisition regulations and company policies while leading the negotiation, execution, and oversight of complex international defense contracts and agreements.
Key responsibilities include overseeing the full contract lifecycle for DoD, FMS, and DCS programs; ensuring compliance with U.S. and non-U.S. laws and regulations (ITAR/EAR, FAR, DFARS, DoD 5105.38-M, anti-corruption); implementing contract management policies and best practices; coordinating with program, legal, export compliance, finance, and supply chain teams; drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts including vendor agreements, service contracts, licensing agreements, and confidentiality agreements; assessing and mitigating contractual risks and liabilities; serving as the primary contractual point of contact with government, international, and industry partners; identifying process improvements; and providing training and mentorship to junior contract administrators.
The role includes leadership competencies: directing and providing expert knowledge in department functions; identifying, recruiting, and retaining talent; championing company culture; coaching and developing team members; setting performance standards; maintaining transparent communication; and providing oversight in accordance with company policies.
AEVEX supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs globally through aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company offers custom design and engineering, rapid prototyping, sensor integration, aircraft modification, flight test support, mission operations, advanced intelligence data processing, and tailored hardware/software solutions for airborne special mission needs.
**Requirements:**
- 8+ years of experience in contract management
- 3+ years of experience managing international contracts
- Experience with U.S. Government contracting (FAR/DFARS) and international contracting frameworks (e.g., FIDIC, ICC, or foreign government procurement regulations)
- Strong understanding of contract law, negotiation principles, and risk management
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Professional certification in contract management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM, or equivalent) is a plus
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field preferred; advanced degree preferred
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top-Secret DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required
