Contracts Administrator Principal

General Dynamics Information Technology•Hanscom AFB, MA

5d•$95,718 - $129,499•Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is seeking a Contracts Administrator Principal to manage a broad portfolio of U.S. Government prime contracts, task orders, modifications, and subcontracts throughout their lifecycle, supporting the U.S. Department of War and other federal government work. The role reviews and negotiates contractual terms, supports proposal compliance and risk review, advises program management, prepares and negotiates contract documents, and coordinates contract actions with internal and external stakeholders. It also maintains contract records, provides guidance across business functions, participates in customer and internal meetings, identifies contractual risks, and helps ensure contract actions are accurate and completed on time. This position requires at least 8 years of experience administering U.S. Government contracts and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. The employee must work onsite five days per week at either GDIT’s Falls Church, Virginia, or Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, facility. Scheduled hours are 40 per week, and travel is less than 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, contract management, public administration, or a related field.
At least 8 years of experience administering U.S. Government contracts.
Experience supporting Department of War and/or Federal Government contracts.
Experience with contract negotiations, modifications, proposal support, and contract administration.
Experience interpreting and applying contractual terms, the FAR, and applicable agency supplements.
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARS, and other applicable agency supplements.
Strong understanding of government contract administration principles and practices.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to negotiate contractual matters with customers and business partners.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across functional organizations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound business judgment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be comfortable working onsite five days a week at either Falls Church, VA, or Hanscom AFB, MA.
U.S. persons required.

Nice To Haves

Experience using contract management systems.

Responsibilities

Administer a broad portfolio of U.S. Government prime contracts, task orders, modifications, and subcontracts throughout the contract lifecycle.
Review and negotiate contractual terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations, agency supplements, and company policies.
Support proposal activities by reviewing solicitations, identifying contractual risks, preparing contract exceptions, and ensuring proposal compliance.
Advise program management on contractual requirements, obligations, risks, and business considerations.
Draft, review, and negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and other contractual documents.
Coordinate contract awards, modifications, funding actions, and close-out activities with internal and external stakeholders.
Provide contractual guidance to program managers, finance, procurement, pricing, legal, and business development organizations.
Review customer correspondence and prepare contractual responses, notifications, and other required documentation.
Maintain contract files, records, and reporting according to company procedures and customer requirements.
Participate in customer meetings, negotiations, program reviews, and internal management briefings as required.
Identify contractual risks and recommend practical solutions that support customer requirements and business objectives.
Ensure contract actions are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
Coordinate approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff.
Maintain current knowledge of acquisition regulations, contractual practices, and industry trends.
May provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced contracts professionals.
Perform other related duties and assigned special projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
401(k) with company match.
Competitive pay and paid time off.
Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
Full flex work weeks where possible.
Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance, provided or available.
Internal mobility support and AI-powered career and learning tools.