Contracts Administrator

General Dynamics IT; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AI-powered career tools

Internal mobility team

Competitive benefits & PTO

Job summary

General Dynamics IT in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support pre- and post-award activities for US Air Force & Space Force contracts. You will administer contracts, negotiate terms, coordinate with stakeholders, and guide less-experienced staff while ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR.

This onsite role requires 2+ years in contracts administration, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree. In lieu of degree, six years minimum of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain.
• Experience: 2+ years in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR and contract administration practices.

Responsibilities

• Administering contracts and/or subcontracts, including negotiation, documentation, certification, financial reporting, and product delivery for major contracts.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in support of US Air Force pre and post- award contractual opportunities.
• Negotiating contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Coordinating approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff.
• Providing advice and interpretation of contract requirements.
• Reviewing solicitation requests and GDIT proposal volumes to identify risk areas and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Actively participating on proposal team including pricing and scheduling strategy, coordination of requirements, and proposal risk assessment.
• Participating in program reviews, status briefings and customer interaction whenever the contracting officer is involved.
• Coordinating with program managers to ensure contract requirements are fulfilled.
• Maintaining bid and proposal information.

Skills

Contract Administration

Contract Agreements

Contract Negotiations

Government Contracts

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Contract Management

Job Qualifications

Skills: Contract Administration, Contract Agreements, Contract Negotiations, Government Contracts, Teamwork Certifications: None Experience: 2 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No

Job Description

Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as a Contracts Administrator at GDIT. Here, you'll enable the success of the most critical government missions and the growth of a meaningful career in Contract Management.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Contracts Administrator, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. As a Contract Administrator supporting the US Air Force & Space Force customer, you will be trusted to work on the contractual activities directly in line with pre-award and post-award activities.

HOW A CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Administering contracts and/or subcontracts, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, certification, financial reporting, and product delivery for major contracts
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in support of US Air Force pre and post- award contractual opportunities
• Negotiating contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations
• Coordinating approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff
• Providing advice and interpretation of contract requirements
• Reviewing solicitation requests and GDIT proposal volumes to identify risk areas and ensure compliance with terms and conditions
• Actively participating on proposal team which includes pricing and scheduling strategy, coordination of requirements, and proposal risk assessment
• Participating in program reviews, status briefings and customer interaction whenever the contracting officer is involved
• Coordinating with program managers and all matrixed organizations to ensure contract requirements are fulfilled
• Maintaining, updates and communicating bid and proposal information
• Providing guidance and work leadership to less-experienced contract administrators
• Maintaining current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices
• Participating and offering opinions on proposal and program strategy
• Initiating and maintaining an extensive network of communication with contracting specialists/officers
• Participating in special projects as required

Your success will be measured through specific goals related to contracts acquisition support and Defense Division metrics

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: Bachelor's degree. In lieu of degree, six years minimum of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain.
• Experience: Two (2+) years of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain
• Role requirements Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, and processes involved in contract administration
• Familiarity and hands on working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, terms, conditions, and policies governing assigned contracts, including FAR and DFAR
• Effective administrative and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to operate and negotiate independently
• Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
• Location: This position will be an onsite working at our GDIT facility in Falls Church, VA. Must be comfortable working onsite (5) days a week minimum.
• US Persons required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.

The likely salary range for this position is $70,658 - $86,722. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Travel Required

10-25%

Telecommuting Options

Onsite

Work Location

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ab