Summary:

Our award winning client is hiring for a Contracts Administrator - Defense Systems.

This position serves as an integral member of the Contracts Team, providing contract administration and support for a dynamic portfolio of classified Special Programs supporting National Security and Defense. The ideal candidate for this role is a self-motivated independent thinker who thrives in a fast paced environment and has an uncanny ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the negotiation and the administration of Government contracts/subcontracts, consistent with sponsor requirements, compliance obligations and policies and procedures.
• Responsibilities will include interfacing with potential and current customers, submitting proposals, reviewing proposed terms and conditions, negotiating agreements, monitoring performance and closing out agreements.
• Applicant should have a keen interest in Government contracting , possess excellent communication skills, and have the ability to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Collaborate with Program teams and senior leadership to prepare and submit compliant proposals.
• Participate in the negotiation of agreements of high complexity.
• Analyze the risk of terms and conditions that deviate from company policy.
• Summarize and document negotiations for auditability and compliance.
• Create and manage assigned agreements in the system of record and other repositories.
• Provide guidance on aspects of assigned agreements to ensure conformance with agreement terms and company policy while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Monitor performance, collect documentation, and comply with reporting requirements for the satisfaction of agreement requirements.
• Assist senior management with reporting data and compiling audit information, as required.
• Mentor junior and support staff staff to ensure compliance and professional development.
• Support the Department Lead/Manager in interfacing with Programs, Legal and Finance to develop new business approaches and winning capture strategies.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of directly related experience; experience in an Intellectual Property-intensive environment (e.g., engineering/technology company, technology transfer office).
• Working knowledge and understanding of contract types.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge of the FAR/DFAR.
• Knowledge of government contracting processes and considerations.
• Experience working with a broad range of agreements.
• Able to handle multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to quickly understand processes and ensure adherence.
• Must have an aptitude for performing work functions in a timely and well organized manner without the need for constant oversight.
• Writing sample required.
• Must possess excellent problem solving and communication skills that can be deployed to collaborate effectively with different functional teams on a variety of topics.
• MA/MBA/JD preferred.
• US TS clearance, SCI preferred (proof of US Citizenship).