Contract Billing Manager

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Aerospace Corporation is looking for a Contract Billing Manager to lead our Civil System Group (CSG) Contracts Billing department . About This Opportunity This leadership role offers the chance to manage a department that supports over $200 million in annual federal, state, non-profit, and commercial billings. You'll lead an experienced team and have the opportunity to drive process improvements, implement best practices, and shape the future of our billing operations. Bring your contract billing expertise and do your best work at Aerospace! We are looking for a team-oriented, self-starter to join us! Work Location This position is based at our El Segundo, California campus on a hybrid schedule: four days per week on-site, with one day of remote work. On-site presence is essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams, leading your department, and supporting audit and customer engagement activities. What You'll Be Doing Lead, develop, and manage a team of four billing professionals, managing performance, providing mentorship, and fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement Design, implement, and maintain internal controls and billing processes to ensure compliance with government contracting regulations, accounting standards, and corporate objectives Develop and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy across $200M+ in annual billings Collaborate with senior management, accounting teams, contract administrators, and external customers to develop strategic billing solutions that meet complex invoicing requirements Oversee the department's month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting Provide strategic guidance on invoicing standards, documentation requirements, and compliance across multiple contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M) Monitor collections activities and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure timely payment What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline 8+ years of experience in contract billing, reporting, or revenue accounting with increasing responsibility Proven experience managing and developing teams, including performance management and operational oversight Experience preparing invoices for different contract types (e.g., cost-reimbursable/CPFF, firm fixed-price/FFP, time and materials/T&M) Effective communication and relationship-building skills with a customer-service orientation Experience collecting on past due accounts Experience supporting month-end and/or year-end closes Experience working with and responding to auditor requests Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft) and MS Excel 2 How You Can Stand Out Candidates with one or more of these qualifications will be particularly competitive: CPA certification or MBA degree Deep knowledge of government contracting regulations (FAR, DFAR) and cost accounting standards (CAS-414, Incurred Cost Claims) Advanced SAP S/4 experience with contract billing modules Strong analytical skills with experience building dashboards and leveraging data to drive process improvements We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $127,100.00 - $190,600.00 Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change    Engage with Impact    Foster Innovation    Deliver Results   Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (inc