Contracts Administrator with Security Clearance

QinetiQ US; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US in Virginia seeks a Principal Contracts Administrator to join our Corporate Contracts and Subcontracts team. The role acts as a key advisor to program leadership within an IPT and serves as the primary official POC with the customer.

You will review contracts, NDAs, and teaming agreements, negotiate terms, support cost proposals and bid activities, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policy. A TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; 7–10 years in contract management under federal prime contracts.
• TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
• Experience negotiating terms for services and materials.
• Experience with FF PFP, T&M, CP contract types.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise program leadership within an IPT on contractual issues.
• Review contracts, NDAs, and teaming agreements; coordinate approvals and execution.
• Negotiate terms and conditions; support cost proposals and narratives.
• Interact with customers and internal stakeholders; manage contract performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies; provide risk mitigation guidance.
• Lead contract execution and support new business opportunities.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication

Independent judgment

Multi-tasking

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Overview We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR). QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend. Why Join QinetiQ US? If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives. Position Overview QinetiQ US seeks a Principal Contracts Administrator to join our dynamic and growing Corporate Contracts and Subcontracts team. The Principal Contracts Administrator will act as a key department Team Member and contributor, advising program leadership within an IPT structure on contractual issues and assuming the role of the primary official POC with the customer. Responsibilities

• Attend/Support weekly BU and Division-level staff coordination and planning meetings
• Review contractual documents and proposals to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications, and requirements and conformance to master agreements.
• Review, redline and negotiate NDAs, Teaming Agreements and other contractual vehicles, coordinating with Contracts Leadership for approval and execution.
• Participate in customer-facing discussions and negotiations, demonstrating a strong acumen for customer relationship management in highly complex contract environments.
• Advise internal customers and management on contractual rights and obligations and provide interpretation of contract terms and conditions.
• Provide leadership in contract execution, anticipate, and resolve problems, and ensure inter-group communication and cooperation.
• Assess issues, risks, and develop solutions and mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the preparation and review/approve of cost proposals and narratives for contract proposals and changes.
• Serves as business advisor to Program Management regarding contract negotiation and administration.
• Provides working contract administration support for complex bids, including contract negotiation, and teaming activities on new business opportunities.
• Ensures effective implementation of contract responsibilities within corporate and regulatory objectives and requirements.
• Reviews and resolves issues affecting contract performance and ensures contract compliance with legal requirements, company policies, and customer objectives; consults with operational staff and resolves matters of concern between QinetiQ Inc and government and/or prime contracts. These matters are often complex and require good business sense.
• Detail oriented and organized. Able to understand work problems and procedures and ensure accuracy of contracts and bids.
• Exercises a high degree of independent judgment in selecting methods and techniques for developing solutions. Requires a significant degree of analytical ability to understand and interpret complex data and solve complex problems.
• Present and discuss options to management team to contribute to the success of new and existing business.
• Maintains an in-depth working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and standard commercial procurement practices.
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years in contract management under federal prime contracts and to major USG subs, with a focus on services contracts.
• Clearance: TS/SCI with CI polygraph; #qinetiqclearedjob
• Experience negotiating terms and conditions for services and materials.
• Successful track record of managing a variety of contract types (FFP, T&M, CP)
• Experience interfacing with internal customers and other functional support staff.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with internal and external business partners/customers and interact with senior leadership of the Business Unit
• Ability to resolve highly complex issues, develop negotiating strategies and provide creative solutions.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Must be able to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of the FAR, DFARS and other agency regulations as required.
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint experience Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with intelligence services
• Familiarity with Costpoint
• Cross functional expertise and business acumen Pay Transparency The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $143,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Company EEO Statement Accessibility/Accommodation: If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.