Contract Management Specialist (Government Contracts)

Your Job

As the Contract Management Specialist (Government Contracts), you will play a critical role in ensuring our organization meets evolving cybersecurity compliance standards while maintaining excellence in government contract management.

This position is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and federal contracting.

Our Team
You'll be part of a cross-functional team that includes Legal, IT, Compliance, and Operations, working together to support sustainable growth in the defense industrial base.

This team is deeply committed to protecting our business and enabling success in a highly regulated environment.

What You Will Do


* Oversee contract negotiation, execution, and compliance with FAR/DFARS and cybersecurity flowdown requirements.


* Collaborate with internal teams to align contract terms with regulatory obligations and business goals.


* Champion a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across the organization.


* Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, assessors, and government customers regarding cybersecurity compliance.


* Lead company-wide initiatives to achieve and maintain CMMC certification readiness.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


* 2+ years of experience in U.S.

Government contracting (FAR/DFARS).


* Demonstrated experience leading compliance initiatives or readiness programs.


* Proven ability to manage and negotiate government contracts effectively.

What Will Put You Ahead


* Preferred knowledge of CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS cybersecurity clauses.


* Advanced degree (Master's, JD) or certifications such as CFCM, CPCM, CMMC Professional/Assessor, CISSP.


* Experience working within the defense industrial base (DIB).


* Familiarity with ITAR, EAR, and export compliance frameworks.


* Strong leadership in cross-functional project management and stakeholder engagement.

Who We Are

As a leader in aerospace and defense electronics, AirBorn, a Molex company, is a leader committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence.

With a legacy of over six decades, we take pride in our team of passionate and skilled professionals who play a pivotal role in developing and manufacturing mission-critical products.

Our cutting-edge solutions are not only found on Mars, in fighter jets, submarines, and in the far reaches of space.

We understand the mission critical environments in which our products operate, and our commitment to excellence drives us to ensure their unwavering reliability.

Whether you are a seasoned industry expert or have fresh talent seeking to soar in your career, we invite you to embark on a journey of creativity, growth, and achievement with us.

Discover how your talents can take flight and make an impactful contribution to our mission-critical endeavors at A...