Contracts Analyst

Aston Carter•Warren, MA

3d•$33 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Analyst supports a large-scale project in a highly technical manufacturing environment. The role reviews customer contracts, technical documentation, and drawings to identify the specifications, standards, materials, and supplies required for specific product assemblies. It translates technical and commercial requirements into actionable material needs, assists with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supply lists, and researches company-provided resources when contract information is unclear or incomplete. This is a project-based, fully on-site contract role in Warren, Massachusetts, with a standard 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule. The position is primarily an individual-contributor role, with support and collaboration from project leadership and an experienced project consultant as needed. Workload and duration depend on project needs. The role uses standard office tools and technology, including extensive Microsoft Excel and company-provided online resources, and requires accurate, organized analysis of detailed documentation in a defense-related context.

Requirements

Previous experience reviewing detailed documents such as contracts, records, specifications, technical documentation, or similar information.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in document and data review.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex requirements.
Ability to research information and independently work toward a solution when the answer is 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 project 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 associated with a technical manufacturing and defense-related environment.
Ability to meet U.S. citizenship requirements, including restrictions related to dual citizenship, due to the nature of 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 clearly articulate findings, discrepancies, and questions to project leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Review customer contracts and supporting documentation to identify applicable 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 individual product assemblies.
Review technical drawings and supporting documentation to identify applicable requirements and ensure alignment with contract specifications.
Compare specifications, technical drawings, and documentation to verify appropriate materials, components, and supplies.
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 in documentation 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 additional guidance is required.
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.