Contracts Administrator

CFD Research Corporation•Huntsville, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports CFD Research Corporation’s Contracts Department, whose contract administrators, subcontract administrators, and pricing specialists manage customer relationships and ensure consistency and adherence to federal acquisition regulations across the acquisition life cycle. The role handles contract administration from requirements generation through delivery and payment for products and services. The Contracts Administrator works on contract negotiations, correspondence, documentation, compliance, reporting, and delivery. The position prepares non-disclosure and teaming agreements, purchase orders, and service agreements; maintains schedules and documentation; and supports contract closeout. It also ensures administrative compliance with contract terms and conditions and builds collaborative, trust-based relationships with technical division heads and staff. The role is based in the Huntsville, Alabama area and is 100% onsite. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Contracts or equivalent.
At least 4 years of experience contracting with DoD, NASA, NIH, and other government agencies.
At least 4 years of contracts administration experience, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, reporting, closeout, purchase orders, and drafting and executing consulting agreements.
Understanding of contract types including T&M, FFP, Cost-Plus Fixed Fee, and Grants.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ensure compliance with applicable FAR and DFARS requirements.
Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Detail-oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Unanet.

Responsibilities

Perform contract administration tasks throughout the contract life cycle, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, compliance, reporting, and delivery.
Prepare non-disclosure agreements and teaming agreements, and generate purchase orders and service agreements.
Maintain schedules and contract documentation and support contract closeout.
Ensure administrative compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Build collaborative, trust-based relationships with technical division heads and staff.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
401(k) matching.
Health insurance, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
Company-paid leave and compensation time.
Parental leave.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Life insurance.
Incentive compensation opportunities, including group and individual bonuses for exceptional performance.
Performance appraisals twice a year; annual pay increases are based on corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements.