Contracts Administrator

General Dynamics Information Technology • Fairview Park, OH

24d • Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is hiring a Contracts Administrator to support the US Air Force and Space Force customer. The role handles contractual activities across pre-award and post-award phases, supporting mission outcomes and business growth. The position is onsite at GDIT’s facility in Falls Church, Virginia, at least five days per week, and requires US-person status. Travel is 10–25%. The role works with internal and external stakeholders, program managers, contracting officers, and matrixed organizations to administer contracts and support proposal and program strategy. Success is measured against goals for contracts acquisition support and Defense Division metrics.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or, in lieu of a degree, at least six years of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain. The role requires at least two years of related experience, comprehensive knowledge of contract administration practices, and familiarity with applicable laws and regulations, including FAR and DFAR. The likely salary range is $70,658–$86,722, with actual compensation dependent on experience, geographic location, and potentially contractual requirements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain.
• Bachelor’s degree, or at least six years of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain in lieu of a degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, and processes involved in contract administration.
• Familiarity and hands-on working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, terms, conditions, and policies governing assigned contracts, including FAR and DFAR.
• Effective administrative and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate and negotiate independently.
• Must be a US person.
• Must be comfortable working onsite at least five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts and/or subcontracts, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, certification, financial reporting, and product delivery for major contracts.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in support of US Air Force pre-award and post-award contractual opportunities.
• Negotiate contract terms from proposal stage through project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Coordinate management approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts.
• Advise on and interpret contract requirements.
• Review solicitation requests and GDIT proposal volumes to identify risk areas and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Participate on proposal teams, including pricing and scheduling strategy, coordination of requirements, and proposal risk assessment.
• Participate in program reviews, status briefings, and customer interactions when the contracting officer is involved.
• Coordinate with program managers and matrixed organizations to ensure contract requirements are fulfilled.
• Maintain, update, and communicate bid and proposal information.
• Provide guidance and work leadership to less-experienced contract administrators.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices.
• Participate in and offer opinions on proposal and program strategy.
• Initiate and maintain an extensive communication network with contracting specialists and officers.
• Participate in special projects as required.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
• Dental plan options
• Vision plan
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Personal accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Business travel and accident insurance
• Wellness packages
• Internal mobility support and career growth tools

What This Job Offers

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