Contracts Administrator: Defense & Government Contracting

Keel; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Pay

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship

Job summary

Keel is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support proposal development and review contract terms with government and commercial customers. The role involves ensuring terms are met, coordinating with Subject Matter Experts, and managing contract documents through to completion.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years in contract management within the defense sector, plus familiarity with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and certifications like CFCM/CPCM. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Political Science or equivalent.
• 1–2 years’ experience in contract management (private sector and government contracting).
• Direct experience with defense industry government contracting; professional certification (e.g. CFCM, CPCM).
• Contract management, strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, interpersonal and leadership skills, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and MS Office/MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal development and contract review processes.
• Review and negotiate government and commercial contract terms and conditions.
• Complete Keel contract review process prior to award; manage execution and delivery of contract documents.
• Coordinate responses with Keel Subject Matter Experts and manage NDAs.
• Manage registrations in government and customer portals; advise senior management on requirements.

Skills

Contract management

Oral & written communication

Attention to detail

Leadership

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Keel is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support proposal development and review contract terms with government and commercial customers. The role involves ensuring terms are met, coordinating with Subject Matter Experts, and managing contract documents through to completion.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years in contract management within the defense sector, plus familiarity with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and certifications like CFCM/CPCM. Occasional travel may be required.