Contracts Analyst

Aston Carter•Warren, MA

6d•$33 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Analyst supports a large-scale project in a highly technical manufacturing environment by reviewing customer contracts and technical documentation to determine the materials and supplies required for specific product assemblies. This project-based, on-site role is suited to analytical, detail-oriented professionals who can research information, work through complex documentation, and translate technical requirements into clear material needs. The role is based on-site in Warren, Massachusetts, and follows a standard 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule. It focuses primarily on individual-contributor work, with collaboration and guidance from project leadership and an experienced project consultant as needed. The work involves extensive use of Microsoft Excel and company-provided online resources to research specifications and requirements. Project duration depends on project needs and workload. The hiring process includes one virtual interview followed by a hiring decision.

Requirements

Previous experience reviewing detailed documents such as contracts, records, specifications, or technical documentation.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate document and data review.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex requirements.
Ability to research information and work independently toward solutions when answers are not immediately available.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for organizing, reviewing, and analyzing project and materials data.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage workload and meet deadlines.
Comfort reviewing technical documentation and drawings, with the ability to interpret technical content at a functional level.
Ability to work primarily as an individual contributor while asking questions and collaborating when appropriate.
Comfort learning terminology, specifications, and technical concepts in a technical manufacturing and defense-related environment.
Ability to meet U.S. citizenship requirements, including restrictions related to dual citizenship, due to the defense-related work.
Experience or demonstrated capability in contracts analysis and proposal analysis.
Resourcefulness and a strong problem-solving mindset when working with complex or incomplete information.

Nice To Haves

Background in document control, contract administration, compliance, quality documentation, supply chain, procurement, materials, technical documentation, manufacturing or operations support, configuration management, or project and data analysis.
Experience in proposal analysis or contract administration.
Familiarity with configuration management or quality documentation processes.
Experience functioning as an individual contributor on technical or documentation-heavy projects.
Prior exposure to technical drawings; willingness to learn and interpret technical information is important.
Strong communication skills to articulate findings, discrepancies, and questions to project leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Review customer contracts and supporting documentation to identify specifications, standards, and material requirements for product assemblies.
Extract relevant information from contracts and translate technical and commercial requirements into actionable material and supply needs.
Assist in developing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and detailed supply lists for product assemblies.
Review technical drawings and supporting documentation to identify requirements and ensure alignment with contract specifications.
Compare specifications, drawings, and documentation to verify appropriate materials, components, and supplies are used.
Research specifications, standards, and requirements using company-provided websites and resources when contract information is unclear or incomplete.
Identify discrepancies, missing information, and conflicting requirements, and work through them using available resources and guidance.
Use Microsoft Excel to organize, review, and analyze project information, materials data, and contract details.
Manage assigned work independently while collaborating with project leadership and an experienced project consultant when guidance is needed.
Maintain accuracy and consistency when reviewing detailed technical information to support quality and compliance.
Learn and apply terminology, specifications, and technical concepts relevant to the manufacturing and defense-related project.
Meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and maintain organized records of contract and materials analysis.