Full-Time

Contracts Manager

Posted on 11/4/2024

Epirus

Epirus

51-200 employees

Develops directed energy systems for defense

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$120.6k - $144.8kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Carson, CA, USA

Starting pay range for California: $120,600—$144,800 USD.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Legal
Contract Management
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
  • 5+ years experience in aerospace and defense company in a contracts or subcontracts role
  • Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS, FAR 15 and FAR 12 contracting, FFP, and Cost reimbursable contracts
  • Basic familiarity with commercial terms and conditions
  • Establish and maintain contracting policies and procedures as required.
Responsibilities
  • Negotiate NDAs on behalf of the company and ensure compliance with these agreements.
  • Ensure that intellectual property is protected with the inclusion of correct terms in government and prime contractor contracts, advise on correct data rights markings in accordance with the contracts, necessary invention disclosures, and patent filing schedule to maintain maximum patent rights.
  • Maintain company agreement repository and dashboard.
  • Enter contracts and sales orders into company MRP.
  • Manage contract lifecycle from proposal, through flow down and execution, to invoice and closeout.
  • Monitor contract performance for compliance with applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, funding increases, time extensions, government property transfers and other contractual requirements.
  • Assist in negotiating agreements and terms and conditions for company contracts, to include customers, suppliers, consultants, and service providers.
  • Establish and maintain contracting policies and procedures as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization
  • Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
  • NCMA or WCCA certification is a plus
  • Experience with ERP and/or CLM tools is a plus

Epirus focuses on developing directed energy systems and power management solutions, primarily for the defense and commercial power sectors. Its main product, the Leonidas system, is a high-power microwave solution that effectively neutralizes electronic threats, especially unmanned aerial systems (drones). The Leonidas system has undergone extensive testing to ensure its precision in countering these threats. Epirus distinguishes itself from competitors through strategic partnerships, notably with Northrop Grumman, which enhances its credibility and market presence. The company's goal is to provide advanced EMP capabilities and maintain a steady revenue stream through product sales and long-term contracts with defense contractors and government agencies.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$290.2M

Headquarters

Hawthorne, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for counter-drone technologies boosts the market for Epirus's Leonidas system.
  • AI integration in directed energy systems aligns with Epirus's focus on precision and efficiency.
  • Solid-state technologies are favored for reliability, benefiting Epirus's product offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from Raytheon and Lockheed Martin may impact Epirus's market share.
  • Potential delays in government contracts could affect Epirus's revenue streams.
  • Reliance on strategic partnerships poses risks if these partnerships are altered or terminated.

What makes Epirus unique

  • Epirus specializes in solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems for defense applications.
  • The Leonidas system offers non-kinetic counter-electronics effects with AI-enabled targeting precision.
  • Strategic partnerships with industry giants like Northrop Grumman enhance Epirus's market credibility.

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Benefits

Medical, vision, & dental

HSA & FSA plans

401k

Stock options

Electronics stipend

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

On-site gym

Daily catered lunches & stocked kitchen

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