Senior Contract Administrator (Contract Administrator 4) 30159

HII•Fairfax, VA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to lead end‑to‑end contract management activities in support of dynamic defense and civilian programs at our Fairfax, VA location. This role plays a critical part in shaping compliant, competitive, and strategically aligned contract actions for a diverse portfolio of customers within HII All Domain operating unit. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of federal contracting and IDIQ management. This role supports a hybrid work schedule out of our Fairfax, VA office.

Requirements

10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
Proven ability to mentor and develop colleagues in contracting principles and practices
Demonstrated experience managing a large contract portfolio with a high volume of contract actions
Skilled in all contract types, including Cost-Type, FFP, and LH
Experienced with agreement types such as NDAs, TAs, MOUs, IDIQs, and BOAs
Strong understanding of Outcomes-Based, Performance-Based, and “X as a Service” contracting models
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with diverse internal business partners and all levels of management
Highly organized with attention to detail
Able to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Skilled at handling high-volume workloads while maintaining accuracy
Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and program needs

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of Excel, including creation of contract-specific estimating templates
Strong understanding of FAR and DFARS
Proven ability to create, maintain, and improve policies, procedures, and work instructions
Experience supporting cross-functional proposal and contracting teams

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of standard and non‑standard contracts, including administration, negotiation, modifications, extensions, and closeout
Support proposal development by preparing contract volumes, contributing to pricing strategies, and ensuring accuracy and compliance
Lead contract negotiations with customers and partners in alignment with company policies, FAR/DFARS requirements, and customer specifications
Review estimates, pricing data, material and service requirements, and performance criteria for completeness and compliance
Prepare bids and maintain contract‑specific documentation, reports, and historical records
Serve as a primary liaison with internal teams and external customers, advising leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities
Analyze contract data, performance metrics, and financial impacts to support decision‑making
Develop and maintain contract‑specific estimating tools and templates
Share knowledge and best practices through training, mentoring, and consistent guidance to teammates