Contracts Management Professional

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. • Graham, KY

6d • $100,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking a motivated, versatile contracts professional to support contract administration, compliance, proposal review, negotiation activities, and customer engagement across government, commercial, and international programs. The position may be filled at different levels according to candidates’ qualifications, capabilities, and experience, from emerging professionals to experienced administrators and compliance specialists.

The role partners with Program Management, Business Development, Finance, Supply Chain, and senior leadership to support compliant, efficient, customer-focused contract execution. The successful candidate balances contractual risk with operational and customer objectives and communicates contractual obligations, risks, opportunities, and status to internal stakeholders, customers, and leadership. Occasional travel may be required, though travel frequency is expected to be low.

The position may support hybrid or remote work arrangements depending on business needs and candidate qualifications. The employee must be able to support applicable U.S. time zones. The anticipated wage range is $100,000–$135,000; actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs. U.S. citizenship or U.S. Person status is required due to the nature of the business.

Requirements

• Experience in contracts administration, compliance, proposal support, or related business functions within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or government contracting environments.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess contractual risk and exercise sound business judgment.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills for interacting with customers and all levels of management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated team player able to work independently and collaboratively.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. Person status is required due to the nature of the business.
• Ability to support applicable U.S. time zones.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, management, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), DFARS, and related contractual frameworks is preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as IFS, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal and contract review activities for U.S. Government, commercial, and international customers.
• Review, interpret, negotiate, and administer contractual terms and conditions while balancing business objectives and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with Program Managers and cross-functional stakeholders on negotiations, pricing activities, contract modifications, and issue resolution.
• Serve as a primary point of contact between EBAD and customers for contractual matters and maintain accurate documentation of contractual commitments.
• Review customer awards and purchase documents for consistency with proposals, negotiations, and agreed business terms.
• Support the negotiation and administration of nondisclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and related contractual instruments.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and customer requirements, including FAR/DFARS requirements where applicable.
• Create, maintain, and manage contractual documentation and records within ERP/MRP systems and related business tools.
• Partner with internal teams on process improvement initiatives, internal governance activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Analyze contractual and operational data to support reporting, decision-making, and business performance objectives.
• Communicate contractual obligations, risks, opportunities, and status to internal stakeholders, customers, and leadership.
• Support post-award administration, including modifications, closeouts, correspondence, and customer coordination.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed