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Contracts Negotiator

Teledyne

Rancho Cordova, CAJob$97–129K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$97–129K/yr
Location
Rancho Cordova, CA
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NCMA CertificationSecurity clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Teledyne is hiring a Contracts Negotiator. Teledyne Technologies seeks a Contracts Negotiator to manage complex government and commercial contracts supporting mission‑critical aerospace, defense, and communications programs. The role involves preparing, negotiating, and administering contracts, reviewing proposals, leading price negotiations, ensuring FAR/DFAR compliance, and collaborating with internal teams and agencies.

Key focus areas include Prepare, negotiate, and administer government and commercial contracts, Review RFPs/RFQs and identify proposal requirements, and Lead price negotiations and coordinate with program managers and pricing teams.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Business, Bachelor's Degree In Accounting, and Bachelor's Degree In Related Field. Important skills include Government Contracting, FAR, DFAR, Government Pricing Regulations, Negotiation, and Analytical.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Government ContractingFARDFARGovernment Pricing RegulationsNegotiationAnalyticalCommunicationERP SystemsMAPICSPrepare ContractsNegotiate ContractsAdminister ContractsReview RFPs/RFQsIdentify Proposal RequirementsLead Price NegotiationsCoordinate With Program ManagersCoordinate With Pricing TeamsAdvise Management on Contractual RightsAdvise Management on Contractual ObligationsAdvise Management on Risk MitigationMaintain Accurate Contract FilesMaintain Accurate Pricing FilesDraft TermsNegotiate TermsDraft ConditionsNegotiate ConditionsDraft NDAsNegotiate NDAsDraft Long-Term AgreementsNegotiate Long-Term AgreementsFAR ComplianceDFAR ComplianceCompany Policies ComplianceSupport AuditsSupport ReportingSupport Customer ReviewsCollaborate With Internal TeamsCollaborate With Government AgenciesGovernment Pricing Regulations KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in Related Field6-8 Years Government Contracts ExperienceU.S. CitizenAble to Obtain and Maintain Government Security ClearanceMBAJDNCMA Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Be visionary

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

Manage complex contracts that drive mission-critical programs. Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience delivering advanced microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our technologies support aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems worldwide. If you’re skilled in government contracting and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

  • Prepare, negotiate, and administer government and commercial contracts

  • Review RFPs/RFQs and identify proposal requirements

  • Lead price negotiations and coordinate with Program Managers and pricing teams

  • Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation

  • Maintain accurate contract and pricing files in ERP systems

  • Draft and negotiate terms, conditions, NDAs, and long-term agreements

  • Ensure compliance with FAR, DFAR, and company policies

  • Support audits, reporting, and customer reviews with documentation

  • Collaborate with internal teams and government agencies to meet objectives

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (required); MBA or JD (advantage)

  • 6–8 years of experience in government and commercial contracts (required)

  • Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and government pricing regulations (required)

  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills (required)

  • Experience with ERP systems (MAPICS preferred) (required)

  • NCMA certification (advantage)

  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (required)

What we offer

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits

  • 401(k) with company match and retirement plans

  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

  • Professional development and training opportunities

  • Employee wellness programs and assistance resources

  • A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology

What happens next

Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the clearance process.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.

Salary Range:

$96,600.00-$128,800.000

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. ​

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day .

Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

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