Contracts Administrator
Mohr Talent
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Job summary
MOHR Talent in New Hope, MS is seeking a Contracts Assistant / Coordinator to support cradle-to-grave contract administration for commercial and government aerospace manufacturing programs. The role involves managing prime and subcontracts, regulatory compliance, proposal support, and cross-functional coordination with Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can handle multiple priorities, draft and review contract
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 3–7 years of contract administration experience, preferably in aerospace/defense.
- Familiarity with FAR-based contracts and agreements.
- Basic understanding of FAR and DFARS.
- Exposure to fixed-price and cost-reimbursable contracts.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple contracts and deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and ERP systems.
Responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing customer contracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, and PO terms and conditions.
- Draft straightforward contract documents, revisions, and related documentation under supervision.
- Independently review contractual terms and summarize provisions, risks, for senior staff.
- Prepare and route contract modifications, change orders, and amendments for approval.
- Maintain organized, compliant contract files and audit-ready records.
- Monitor customer e-commerce portals and ERP system for order processing and reporting.
- Support contract closeout by updating ERP and portal records and archiving files.
- Verify compliance with regulations including ITAR and other federal rules.
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Job description
New Hope, Mississippi Direct Hire $100000 /
We are seeking a Contracts Assistant / Coordinator to support cradle-to-grave contract administration for commercial and government aerospace manufacturing programs.
This position supports the management of prime contracts and subcontracts, regulatory compliance activities, proposal development, and coordination across Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and support both strategic contract negotiations and day-to-day contract execution within a small to mid-sized aerospace manufacturing environment.
Assist in reviewing customer contracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, and purchase order terms and conditions.
Support the drafting of straightforward contract documents, revisions, and related documentation under supervision.
Independently conduct initial reviews of contractual terms and conditions and summarize key provisions, risks, or potential issues for senior staff.
Assist in preparing and routing contract modifications, change orders, and amendments for approval.
Maintain organized and compliant contract files.
Coordinate documentation updates and contribute to audit readiness by ensuring records are accurate, complete, and accessible.
Monitor and update customer e-commerce portals and the internal ERP system to support order processing, internal workflows, and reporting requirements.
Support contract closeout by reviewing documentation for completeness, updating ERP and customer portal records, and preparing files for final archival.
Assist with verifying compliance with applicable regulations, including:
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Other applicable federal regulations
Support the preparation and distribution of contractual flow-down requirements to suppliers.
Compile and maintain export compliance documentation and associated records.
Provide administrative support for internal and external audits, including gathering and organizing requested documentation.
Assist in reviewing RFP and RFQ requirements and preparing proposal documentation under the guidance of senior staff.
Support the development of RFP/proposal compliance matrices and risk assessments.
Coordinate pricing reviews with Finance.
Support senior staff during contract negotiations with government agencies and commercial aerospace customers.
Prepare negotiation materials, take detailed notes, and track follow-up items and required actions.
Partner with Program Management to monitor contract performance and funding status.
Utilize customer portals, ERP systems, and internal software tools to input data, maintain records, and track:
Contract milestones
Funding
Payment terms
Other contractual requirements
Identify potential scope changes and elevate them to appropriate senior staff.
Support the documentation of contract and scope changes under the guidance of Program Management or Contracts.
Assist with contract closeout activities and final documentation.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
3–7 years of contract administration experience, preferably within aerospace or defense.
Familiarity with FAR-based contracts and agreements.
Basic understanding of FAR and applicable supplements, including DFARS.
Exposure to fixed-price and cost-reimbursable contracts through professional experience, internships, or relevant coursework.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with:
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office Suite
ERP systems
Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) or NASA contracts.
Experience with subcontract administration and supplier flow-down requirements.
NCMA certification, including CFCM or CCCM, or currently working toward certification.
Eligibility to obtain a security clearance, if required.
Ability to make routine decisions independently while recognizing when senior-level guidance is required.
Ability to identify potential contractual risks and clearly communicate them to senior team members for review and mitigation.
Ability to support risk mitigation efforts through documentation, system updates, and internal communication.
Ability to support contract negotiations through preparation, detailed note-taking, action-item tracking, and professional customer communication.
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
Ability to translate contractual and legal language into clear, practical operational guidance.
Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
Location: New Hope, MS
Compensation: $90,000–$100,000 Base Salary
We are seeking a Contracts Assistant / Coordinator to support cradle-to-grave contract administration for commercial and government aerospace manufacturing programs.
This position supports the management of prime contracts and subcontracts, regulatory compliance activities, proposal development, and coordination across Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and support both strategic contract negotiations and day-to-day contract execution within a small to mid-sized aerospace manufacturing environment.
Assist in reviewing customer contracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, and purchase order terms and conditions.
Support the drafting of straightforward contract documents, revisions, and related documentation under supervision.
Independently conduct initial reviews of contractual terms and conditions and summarize key provisions, risks, or potential issues for senior staff.
Assist in preparing and routing contract modifications, change orders, and amendments for approval.
Maintain organized and compliant contract files.
Coordinate documentation updates and contribute to audit readiness by ensuring records are accurate, complete, and accessible.
Monitor and update customer e-commerce portals and the internal ERP system to support order processing, internal workflows, and reporting requirements.
Support contract closeout by reviewing documentation for completeness, updating ERP and customer portal records, and preparing files for final archival.
Assist with verifying compliance with applicable regulations, including:
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Other applicable federal regulations
Support the preparation and distribution of contractual flow-down requirements to suppliers.
Compile and maintain export compliance documentation and associated records.
Provide administrative support for internal and external audits, including gathering and organizing requested documentation.
Assist in reviewing RFP and RFQ requirements and preparing proposal documentation under the guidance of senior staff.
Support the development of RFP/proposal compliance matrices and risk assessments.
Coordinate pricing reviews with Finance.
Support senior staff during contract negotiations with government agencies and commercial aerospace customers.
Prepare negotiation materials, take detailed notes, and track follow-up items and required actions.
Partner with Program Management to monitor contract performance and funding status.
Utilize customer portals, ERP systems, and internal software tools to input data, maintain records, and track:
Deliverables
Contract milestones
Funding
Payment terms
Other contractual requirements
Identify potential scope changes and elevate them to appropriate senior staff.
Support the documentation of contract and scope changes under the guidance of Program Management or Contracts.
Assist with contract closeout activities and final documentation.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
3–7 years of contract administration experience, preferably within aerospace or defense.
Familiarity with FAR-based contracts and agreements.
Basic understanding of FAR and applicable supplements, including DFARS.
Exposure to fixed-price and cost-reimbursable contracts through professional experience, internships, or relevant coursework.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with:
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office Suite
ERP systems
Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) or NASA contracts.
Experience with subcontract administration and supplier flow-down requirements.
NCMA certification, including CFCM or CCCM, or currently working toward certification.
Eligibility to obtain a security clearance, if required.
Ability to make routine decisions independently while recognizing when senior-level guidance is required.
Ability to identify potential contractual risks and clearly communicate them to senior team members for review and mitigation.
Ability to support risk mitigation efforts through documentation, system updates, and internal communication.
Ability to support contract negotiations through preparation, detailed note-taking, action-item tracking, and professional customer communication.
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
Ability to translate contractual and legal language into clear, practical operational guidance.
Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com
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Published: 8/13/2026
Type: Direct Hire
Location: New Hope, Mississippi
Category: Other Area(s)
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