Contract Administrator

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced contracts professional to support USAF proposals and contracts. You will review bids, negotiate terms, and interface with customers to ensure on-time award and fulfillment in accordance with company policy.

The role requires a bachelor’s in business administration with contract administration experience, plus knowledge of FAR/DFAR and strong communication skills. Travel may be required; Top Secret DoD clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in contract administration or related discipline.
• Six or more years of progressive professional experience in contract administration.
• Knowledge of government contract principles, FAR/DFAR practices, techniques, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Review bids and proposals to ensure compliance with policy and solicitation requirements.
• Identify contract issues and aid leadership in developing solutions.
• Lead or participate in negotiating and modifying standard and non-standard contracts.
• Draft and negotiate terms and conditions; interpret terms for management and program teams.
• Maintain regulatory awareness and track changes impacting contracts/subcontracts.
• Maintain electronic files for retention and audit support and present contract information to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Contract administration

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in contract administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general direction, this position is responsible for supporting USAF Production/Development/Air National Guard/AF Special Operations Command proposals and contracts. Areas of responsibility include solicitation review, proposal generation, contract preparation, negotiation, and administration, and customer interface to provide for contract award and fulfillment in accordance with company policy. Reviews, interprets, recommends, and negotiates contractual terms and conditions and interprets established policies, procedures, and standard practices to develop proactive plans to ensure contract activities achieve desired objectives and timetables. Represents the organization as the primary contractual contact on assigned contracts.

DUTIES AND REPSONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews bids and proposals to ensure they meet company policy and customer solicitation requirements.
• Identifies contract issues and aids leadership in developing solutions.
• Participates in and may lead negotiating and modifying standard contracts and assists in negotiating and modifying non-standard contracts/subcontracts.
• Reviews, drafts as necessary, and negotiates terms and conditions for assigned proposals and contracts.
• Advises management and program teams of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Maintains an awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on contracts/subcontracts
• Maintains, analyzes, updates, and develops various electronic files per company policy for retention and audit support purposes.
• Makes internal presentations and acts as a contact with customers and outside organizations.
• Works collaboratively with Contracts Team in a professional and respectful manner.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions, Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in contract administration or a related discipline, along with six or more years of progressive professional experience in contract administration. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a complete understanding of government contract principles, theories and concepts and be - knowledgeable of FAR/DFAR practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems;
  • excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences;
  • excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties; and,
  • excellent computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Must have the ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret DoD Clearance.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary
Salary range: 76,000 - 127,750