Contracts Administrator

Ridgeline International • Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

System High protects critical national security programs and technologies with proactive, full-lifecycle protection. From early-stage R&D to operational execution, we work alongside our customers to ensure their missions are protected from start to finish. We’re looking for a Contracts Administrator to join our growing Contracts team. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow your expertise in federal contracting, this is a strong opportunity to deepen your skills while supporting meaningful work. You’ll play a key role in helping ensure our contracts stay compliant, accurate, and aligned with our mission.

Requirements

• 1 to 5 years of experience in U.S. government contracting
• Familiarity with FAR and DFARS regulations and contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M)
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a desire to learn

Nice To Haves

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
• Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community contracts
• Prior experience working with contract management systems or compliance tools
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Government, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and organizing contract documentation, including NDAs, subcontracts, modifications, and other related agreements
• Track contract deliverables, funding levels, and key deadlines
• Support the proposal process by assisting with document collection, formatting, and submission coordination
• Help maintain accurate, audit-ready contract files and contract management systems
• Coordinate internally with Business Development, Finance, Program Management, and Security to ensure contract terms and timelines are understood and fulfilled
• Assist with annual reporting requirements, contract closeout documentation and compliance tracking
• Review contracts for basic compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other relevant regulations under supervision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees