Job Description

The Contracts Administrator supports the contracts administration process, ensuring the fulfillment of all contractual obligations while managing complex contractual negotiations and relationships. With a specific focus on aerospace and defense projects, this role requires a proactive approach to contract strategy, risk management, and compliance. The Contracts Administrator is expected to mentor junior team members, enhance contract processes, and drive successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead review, redline and negotiate contracts with clients and vendors, including but not limited to, nondisclosure agreements, contract, terms and conditions, and other related legal documents.
• Prepare contractual correspondence and documentation from pre-award through closure of highly technical aerospace and defense projects.
• Spearhead proposal preparation, including negotiating terms for change proposals, scope changes, and project modifications.
• Support identification, development, and implementation of new contract policies and processes.
• Complete contract review and acceptance.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues regarding risk, profit, contractual provisions, client expectations, and support, applying advanced problem-solving skills.
• Manage scope of the work and schedule to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Review and negotiate contracts, including but not limited to, nondisclosure agreements with clients and vendors.
• Perform contract reviews, negotiate contract modifications and amendments as necessary on government contracts.
• Review of legal documents for the purpose of complying with contractual obligations.
• Effectively manage change control and issue resolution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support contract administration and ensure seamless contract execution and compliance across departments.
• Sales quote administration and sales request triage
• Mentor junior contract administrators and lead training initiatives on best practices in contract management.
• Other administrative duties as assigned to support the organization.

Qualifications/Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of government regulations, contract negotiations, and execution, with a specific focus on government contracts. NCMA certification is highly preferred.
• Expertise in ITAR compliance, including commodity jurisdiction requests, Technical Assistance Agreements, and Licensing. Experience with Export Administration Regulations (EAR) is a plus.
• Strong experience with commercial aerospace and federal government contracts, including FAR, DFAR, and flow-down requirements.
• Experience with developing strategies for negotiations, conducting negotiations and completing conformation of negotiations.
• Perform in accordance with work standards for contract administration within a team environment.
• Familiarity with aerospace or military standards and RFP processes, with a focus on compliance and operational excellence.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products including: MS Project, Windows 7, Word, Excel, etc.
• Attention to Detail
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Flexibility/Time Management
• Related experience within an aerospace/defense environment
• Requires 4+ years’ experience in contract administration
• U.S. person

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred

Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Match
• 9/80 Work Schedule

As part of the ESI Motion's commitment to this overall process as an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer, we will ensure all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination processes remain free of illegal discrimination based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and protected veteran status. ESI Motion ensures all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs