CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR 4

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia seeks a senior contract administrator to manage and negotiate complex government contracts for submarine and surface ship programs. You will administer and extend contracts, supervise proposal preparation, and ensure compliance with all requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master’s degree with extensive experience in FAR/DFARS, contract administration, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 8 years of relevant exempt experience.
• Equivalencies: NNS Apprentice School, Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS), Associate's Degree with 2 years, Military Paygrade E-5+, High School/GED with manufacturing/military experience (exempt) or (non-exempt).

Responsibilities

• Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.
• Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities.
• Examines estimates of material, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules.
• Prepares bids, processes specifications and reports; advises management on rights and obligations; maintains historical information.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

NNS Apprentice School graduate

Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate

Associate's Degree or equivalent 2-year program + 2 years relevant experience

Military Paygrade E-5 or above

High School/GED + 4 years manufacturing/military experience (exempt)

High School/GED + 8 years manufacturing/military experience (non-exempt)

Job description

Req ID: 50403

Team: O19 CNTRCTS & PRCNG

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $103,000.00 to $130,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts. Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

This is a senior level contract administrator position for Submarine New Construction Group.

This group handles VCS New Construction, VIRGINIA Lead Yard Services, Submarine Parts BOA, CONFORM, SSN(X), and various smaller pursuits.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 8 year of relevant professional experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience

Nice to Have

• Previous government contracting experience preferred
• Manage and oversee multiple government contracts, proposals, and related projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrate superior written and verbal communication abilities
• Interpret and apply FAR and DFARS requirements to ensure full compliance across all contract activities.
• Identify contractual risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement corrective actions.
• Recognize entitlement opportunities, pursue them to successful completion, and track outcomes.
• Serve as a liaison among diverse stakeholders, facilitating clear and effective communication across programs.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, providing guidance and training on contract administration and best practices.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.