1

Contracts Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Smart Contract Engineer

$107K - $146K/yr

The Senior Smart Contract Engineer will be responsible for implementing and launching their ... Responsibilities : • Ensure smart contracts track state of the art by evaluating new DeFi ...

Deploy smart contracts for core Plume features like RWA tokenization, KYC attestations, and account abstraction * Work with product engineers to integrate smart contract functions into core Plume ...

We're hiring a Smart Contract Engineer to help scale Paxos Labs's DeFi protocol infrastructure ... Develop solidity contracts and produce comprehensive test suites for the protocol. * Maintain ...

Modular Construction/Fabrication Engineer, Onshore Pipeline Construction Engineer, Offshore Installation Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Project Quality Engineer, Contracts Engineer * Professional ...

Modular Construction/Fabrication Engineer, Onshore Pipeline Construction Engineer, Offshore Installation Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Project Quality Engineer, Contracts Engineer * Professional ...

Showing results 21-40

Contracts Engineer information

See salary details

$30

$48

$99

How much do contracts engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for contracts engineer in the United States is $48.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.11 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contracts Engineer vs Procurement Engineer?

AspectContracts EngineerProcurement Engineer
Primary FocusDrafting, reviewing, and managing contractual agreementsSourcing, purchasing, and negotiating procurement of goods/services
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, Law, or related field; certifications like NEC or FIDICBachelor's in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business; certifications like CPSM or CIPS
Work EnvironmentProject sites, legal departments, or contract officesProcurement offices, project sites, or supplier facilities
Industry UsageConstruction, oil & gas, engineering projectsConstruction, manufacturing, oil & gas, infrastructure

Contracts Engineers focus on managing contractual agreements and legal aspects of projects, while Procurement Engineers handle sourcing and purchasing activities. Both roles are essential in project execution and often collaborate closely, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

Do contracts engineers make more money?

Contracts engineers typically earn higher wages compared to permanent engineers due to the project-based nature of their work and the need for specialized skills. Their pay can vary based on experience, industry, and location, with some earning additional compensation through overtime or bonuses. However, salary levels depend on the specific role, company, and market conditions.

What does a contracts engineer do?

A contracts engineer manages the preparation, review, and negotiation of contracts for construction, engineering, or manufacturing projects. They ensure compliance with legal and company standards, often using contract management software, and coordinate with project teams, legal departments, and clients to mitigate risks and clarify terms.
More about Contracts Engineer jobs

What cities are hiring for Contracts Engineer jobs?

Cities with the most Contracts Engineer job openings:

What states have the most Contracts Engineer jobs?

States with the most job openings for Contracts Engineer jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Contracts Engineer jobs?

For Contracts Engineer jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Contracts Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,781 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Contracts Technical Requirements Project Engineer Stf - E4

Marietta, GA • On-site

Lockheed Martin Corporation
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$104K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate with program managers, business managers, contracts, pricing, engineering, and other teams to develop and execute proposal strategies.

  • Plan, develop, and manage technical documentation such as Statements of Work (SOW) for proposal preparation and program execution.

  • Monitor proposal status, provide updates, and ensure timely inputs for proposal schedules to support proposal process and execution.


Lockheed Martin rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 400 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Standard Job Description
This position is a unique opportunity within Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Air Mobility and Maritime Missions (AMMM) program, as the position will require the selected candidate to function as an E&T Project Engineer working proposals within the F&BO organization.
The selected candidate will work under AMMM CTR Management, be a consultant to the AMMM program teams, and will be expected to perform the following tasks:
  • Candidate will coordinate with Program Managers, Business Managers, Contracts, Pricing, Engineering and others within Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company to develop and execute business/proposal strategies.
  • Candidate will be responsible for planning, developing, and managing technical documentation (e.g., Statement of Work (SOW)) for use in proposal preparation and program execution.
  • Candidate will be responsible for reviewing Requests for Proposal (RFPs) from external customers to establish the scope and level of detail required for the contract technical documents for each proposal.
  • Candidate will be responsible for monitoring the status of the proposal as it moves through the process, providing work around plans when issues arise, and in coordination with all members of the proposal team, act as the sole source for accurate proposal status.
  • Candidate will ensure timely inputs for the proposal schedule to accomplish execution of the detailed plan.
  • Candidate will be required to accurately input and maintain data within the Aeronautics Proposal Tool Suite (APTS) and other databases as well as extract proposal metrics, and organize and graphically display the data.
  • Candidate will provide proposal performance information to Lockheed Martin Corporation, LM Aero Core groups and other functions as necessary.
  • Candidate will perform quantitative statistical analysis and provide reports to support management.
  • Candidate will support fact-finding and negotiation efforts as a member of the proposal team.
  • Candidate will be responsible for obtaining approvals, releasing, and providing configuration management of the contract technical documents.

General Project Engineering Job Description:
Coordinates planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility. Plans and formulates engineering program; reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Evaluates and approves design changes, specification and drawing releases. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
Desired Skills
  • Technical degree (ie STEM Degree)
  • Energetic, outgoing and a self-starter
  • Ability to rapidly adapt to changing requirements
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Aeronautics Proposal Tool Suite (APTS)
  • Knowledge of / experience with LM Aeronautics proposal process and tools (AMMM experience a plus)
  • Program Management or Contract Management experience
  • Proposal Project Engineer expereince

Basic Qualifications
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel spreadsheets
  • Must be able to work independently in a multi-discipline environment
  • Extensive experience in preparation of technical documentation
  • Ability to travel (0%-10%)
  • Extensive experience analyzing technical data
  • Ability to collaborate with and lead multiple functional teams to meet common goals and objectives
  • Extensive experience with sole source and competitive Government solicitations
  • Extensive experience with intellectual property rights, requirements, and the protection of
  • Extensive experience with FAR/DFARS requirements (e.g. Earned Value Management (EVM))
  • Working knowledge of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • Extensive Experience with Risk and Opportunity Management
  • Ability to obtain Secret clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

What Lockheed Martin employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


Lockheed Martin logo

About Lockheed Martin

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bethesda, MD, US

Year founded

1912