Contracts Administrator II

Elbit America, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

PTO

Paid parental leave

Employee referral program

Voluntary benefits

Tricare supplement

Job summary

Elbit America, Inc. in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Contracts Administrator II to support development and management of contracts from proposal to closeout.

You will work under a Contracts Manager, help prepare proposals, administer contracts, and engage customers to ensure compliance with company policies and client requirements. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, including Government Contracting and knowledge of FAR/DFARS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Preferred: Business Administration.
• 3–5 years of relevant functional experience.
• 1–3 years of industry experience.
• Experience in Government Contracting.
• Understanding of FAR & DFARS.
• Strong oral and written communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain contracts from proposal development through closeout under supervision.
• Assist in proposal preparation and contract negotiations.
• Engage customers to ensure proper contract fulfillment.
• Interpret contract terms and monitor compliance with requirements.
• Prepare contractual letters and draft narratives for changes.
• Support billing and maintain contract files.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Independent work

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Business Administration

Job description

Job Summary

The Contracts Administrator II is a mid-level role reporting to a Contracts Manager. This position is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of contracts for a range of products and services, spanning from proposal creation to contract closeout. Key duties include proposal preparation, contract administration, and customer engagement. The Contracts Administrator II ensures contracts are fulfilled in line with company policies, legal standards, and client specifications. This role also interprets contract terms and conditions, while monitoring compliance with contractual requirements and obligations.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Apply skills under the direction of a Contract Manager to maintain contracts for various products and services from proposal development through product/service delivery and final contract closeout.
• Participate in proposal preparation, support contract negotiations, manage contract administration, and engage in customer contact activities to ensure proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Serve as a member of the business team during contract negotiations, advising management on contractual rights and obligations and recommending actions to mitigate contract risk.
• Interpret contract terms and conditions and monitor performance against contract requirements and obligations during contract execution.
• Examine estimates of materials, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with government regulations during proposal preparation.
• Essential functions include, but are not limited to: producing contractual letters, drafting narratives for contract changes, participating in contract negotiations, interpreting order requirements and agreements, billing support, maintaining assigned contract files, and tracking all internal and external contractual obligations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Preferred degree field: Business Administration.
• 3-5 years of relevant functional experience required.
• 1-3 years of industry experience required.
• Experience and knowledge in Government Contracting.
• Understanding of Contract Terms and Conditions (FAR & DFAR).
• Previous experience with negotiation processes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently when necessary.
• Financial understanding of rate structures and pricing strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex contractual agreements.

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.