Contracts Manager

True Anomaly · Denver, CO

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • $120,000 – $160,000
  • Posted 2026-10-07
  • Confirmed live on 13 October 2026

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Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.

• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.

• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options

• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave

• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees

• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays

• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

The Contracts Manager will serve as a member of the Prime Contracts Function, supporting U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community (IC) contracts throughout the acquisition lifecycle—from proposal support through award, post-award performance, and closeout. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Contracts, this role will work closely with program managers, engineering, finance, and legal to ensure contracts are properly structured, administered, and closed in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.

This is a hands-on role in a small, growing Contracts department. You will manage an assigned portfolio of contracts with support from the Sr. Manager, Contracts and serve as a key point of contact with government Contracting Officers and Contracting Officer Representatives. The ideal candidate brings practical government contracts experience, sound judgment, and the initiative to operate effectively in a lean organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Pre-Award

• Support proposal development, including preparation of representations and certifications, review of terms and conditions, and input on cost and pricing volumes from a contract’s perspective.

Award and Negotiation

• Review and support negotiation of contract terms and FAR/DFARS clauses with government Contracting Officers.

• Assist with identifying, evaluating, and resolving contractual and business risks during negotiations.

• Coordinate internal review and approval of contract documents prior to execution.

• Ensure contracts are properly recorded, distributed, and set up for performance tracking.

• Support the Sr. Manager, Contracts and Legal Department in preparing negotiation positions, risk summaries, and approval materials.

Post-Award Administration

• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact with government Contracting Officers and CORs for assigned contracts, escalating material issues as appropriate.

• Manage and support contract modifications, change orders, option exercises, incremental funding actions, and other post-award contract actions.

• Track and manage CDRLs, deliverable schedules, and other contractual performance obligations.

• Monitor contract performance for scope, funding, and schedule risks, including identification and escalation of issues such as scope creep, constructive changes, and unauthorized commitments.

• Prepare and submit contract correspondence, including requests for information, cure notice responses, show cause responses, requests for equitable adjustment, and other formal communications.

• Ensure appropriate FAR/DFARS flowdowns in subcontracts and supplier agreements.

• Assist with interpreting contract requirements and translating complex contracting concepts into practical guidance for internal stakeholders.

Compliance and Audit Support

• Maintain contract files in audit-ready condition in accordance with applicable record retention requirements.

• Serve as the initial point of contact for routine DCAA and DCMA interactions, audits, and information requests, with support from the Sr. Contracts Manager and Legal Department as needed.

• Support compliance with cost accounting standards, Truth in Negotiations Act requirements, and other regulatory obligations applicable to government contractors.

• Track and ensure timely completion of compliance-driven reporting and filing obligations tied to contract performance.

• Maintain contract compliance checklists, calendars, and internal controls.

Closeout

• Support contract closeout procedures, including final deliverable verification, property disposition, release of claims, deobl

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