Contract Administrator

SEEMANN COMPOSITES, LLC; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a Contracts Administrator to oversee the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and accurate documentation. You will coordinate contract actions, support program execution, and assist with proposal activities and flow-down requirements.

The role requires a strong understanding of FAR/DFARS, efficient use of Microsoft Office, and experience with ERP or contract management systems, in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred; minimum 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP or contract/document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer government prime and commercial contracts throughout the lifecycle from award through closeout.
• Serve as contracts point of contact for customers, prime contractor counterparts, and internal teams.
• Review solicitations, contracts, modifications, amendments, and purchase orders for requirements, risks, and compliance.
• Draft and administer routine contractual documents and escalate non-standard or high-risk terms.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Contract management experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

College degree preferred

4 years of equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Contract management systems

Job description

Contracts Administrator

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next- generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next- generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs. This role is part of our Maritime Defense Systems business, which delivers integrated solutions with decades of proven performance across submarine, surface, and autonomous naval platforms supporting high-priority national defense programs. Our bow-to-stern capabilities include acoustic and sonar protection systems, propulsion systems, advanced composite structures, missile subsystems, canisters and launchers, and autonomous underwater vehicle subsystems. From concept through production, we combine engineering, materials expertise, specialized manufacturing, and large-scale testing to deliver mission-ready systems that reduce technical risk and support long-term operational performance. In this role, you will support the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts, maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring compliance, and helping internal teams understand and execute contractual requirements. You will play a key role in supporting program execution, coordinating contractual actions, facilitating stakeholder communication, and contributing to proposal activities and contract management processes.

Responsibilities

• Administers government prime and commercial contracts throughout the lifecycle from award through closeout.
• Serves as a contracts point of contact for customers, prime contractor counterparts, and internal teams.
• Reviews solicitations, contracts, modifications, amendments, and purchase orders to identify requirements, risks, and compliance considerations.
• Drafts and administers routine contractual documents and escalates non-standard or high-risk terms to appropriate leadership.
• Coordinates contract modifications, amendments, task orders, and funding actions and ensures required internal reviews and approvals.
• Monitors performance obligations, deliverables, funding levels, periods of performance, reporting requirements, and milestones and communicates risks and action items.
• Supports interpretation and implementation of contractual requirements across functional areas.
• Assists with reviewing and negotiating contractual terms and flow-down requirements for Procurement, Business Development, and Operations.
• Develops and maintains program-specific contract requirement matrices and flow-downs to support compliance with prime contract obligations.
• Supports proposal activities by reviewing terms and conditions, analyzing solicitations, and identifying contractual, commercial, and compliance risks.

Required Qualifications

• College degree preferred; minimum 4 years of equivalent experience required.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and government and commercial contracting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) or contract/document management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or equivalent certification.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly walking, standing, and moving throughout a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Required to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• May involve bending, stretching, lifting, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, climbing, or working in enclosed areas.
• Work may occur in hot or cold environments with low to moderate noise levels and potential dust exposure.
• May require use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, respirators or dust masks, protective footwear, and protective clothing.
• May require overtime, non-standard hours, nights, or weekends. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.