Contract Specialist / Subcontracts Administrator

Mettle Ops • Madison Heights, MI

65d • Onsite

About The Position

Mettle Ops is a Michigan-based defense contractor specializing in energetic systems, advanced manufacturing, and defense systems integration. The Contract Specialist / Subcontracts Administrator is an entry-to-mid-level position within the Contracts and Compliance function, designed for a developing contracts professional who has built foundational industry experience and is ready to take on increasing responsibility in a fast-paced defense contractor environment. Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, this role supports daily contract and subcontract administration activities across Mettle Ops' active program portfolio. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow - someone who understands the basics of Government contracting from the contractor's side and wants to deepen that expertise within a small business where contributions are visible and impact is immediate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required — Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field
• 3–5 years of contracts or subcontracts experience in an industry (contractor) environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite — Word, Excel, and Outlook are daily tools in this role
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident) as required by ITAR/EAR program access
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (Secret) required

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to U.S. Government contracts under FAR/DFARS preferred; direct administration experience a plus
• Experience with purchase order or subcontract administration in a manufacturing or defense environment preferred
• Proposal support or pricing assistance experience a plus but not required
• Familiarity with SAM.gov and basic Government contracting portals preferred
• Experience with PIEE/iRAPT (WAWF), CPARS, or SPRS a plus
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or comparable GovCon ERP helpful but not required
• Current clearance a plus but not expected at this level
• Willing to complete export control training and comply with all ITAR/EAR obligations applicable to assigned programs

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering U.S. Government prime contracts and commercial agreements through the full lifecycle - from award through closeout
• Maintain accurate and complete contract files, correspondence logs, and modification records in accordance with internal procedures
• Track contract deliverables, CDRLs, and milestone due dates; flag upcoming obligations to the Contracts Manager
• Prepare routine contract correspondence, letters, and internal routing packages under Contracts Manager direction
• Support coordination with DCAA and DCMA on administrative, audit, and surveillance activities
• Support issuance and administration of subcontracts and purchase orders, including flowdown clause incorporation
• Maintain subcontractor files including executed agreements, insurance certificates, and compliance documentation
• Verify subcontractor registrations in SAM.gov and confirm SPRS entries prior to award
• Assist in monitoring subcontractor deliverables and performance against purchase order requirements
• Coordinate with supply chain and program teams to resolve routine subcontractor administrative issues
• Assist in assembling proposal packages including compliance matrices, administrative volumes, and supporting documentation
• Research solicitation requirements and organize RFP materials for review by the Contracts Manager
• Support preparation and coordination of teaming agreements and NDAs during capture activities
• Gather and organize cost and pricing support data as directed
• Maintain working awareness of FAR and DFARS requirements as they apply to assigned contracts
• Support CMMC Level 2 compliance record-keeping and documentation maintenance
• Assist in export control screening and routing of documents to appropriate stakeholders as directed
• Flag potential compliance issues to the Contracts Manager for resolution
• Serve as a reliable point of contact for routine contract inquiries from program managers and internal staff
• Maintain and update contract tracking logs, status reports, and internal databases
• Support development and maintenance of contract templates and clause libraries
• Assist with onboarding documentation for new vendors and subcontractors

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO and holiday schedule aligned to the Federal holiday calendar
• professional development support including certification examination reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level