Jeppesen ForeFlight · 5 days ago
Contract Management Specialist
Portland, TX
Full-time, Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yr
4+ years expJeppesen ForeFlight is a leading provider of innovative aviation software solutions, serving the Commercial, Business, Military, and General Aviation sectors globally. The Contracts Management Specialist will lead contract negotiations, manage a variety of contracts, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide innovative contractual solutions while assessing and mitigating risks.
ConsultingSoftwareSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Negotiate & Execute Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate sales, licensing, non-disclosure, cooperation, and other commercial agreements
Represent Jeppesen & ForeFlight towards Customers: Serve as the lead negotiator in external engagements with diverse global customers with a focus on managing risk while supporting business outcomes
Shape Business Solutions: Present and develop innovative contractual solutions that drive growth and preserve Jeppesen's and Foreflights' business interests
Assess & Mitigate Risk: Conduct contractual risk analyses, recommend solutions, and coordinate mitigation strategies
Collaborate with Teams: Partner with contracts peers and internal stakeholders across functions to align on strategies
Balance Priorities: Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a global team environment
Travel as Needed: Domestic and international travel may be required
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts
Strong communication and negotiation skills in English (written and verbal)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)
Ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations
Flexibility to collaborate across time zones
High standards of ethics, professionalism, and teamwork
Preferred
5+ years of experience in drafting and negotiating contracts
Experience working with government and military contracts
JD (Juris Doctor) or equivalent international legal degree (e.g., LLB, LLM, BCL)
Hybrid from Austin, TX preferred, (Hybrid from Denver, CO, Houston, TX, or Portland, ME acceptable)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
Open PTO Policy
401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
12 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave
Flight Training Rewards
Company
Jeppesen ForeFlight
Jeppesen ForeFlight is redefining the future of aviation technology – equipping pilots, operators, and decision-makers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$150M2025-11-03Secondary Market· $150M
2025-04-22Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Surak
Chief Executive Officer
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