Contracts Representative

Astrion; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Mid-Level Contracts Representative in Arlington, VA or Huntsville, AL, full-time exempt. You will independently administer prime contracts and subcontracts of routine to moderate complexity, ensuring compliance and alignment with company policies.

Responsibilities include supporting proposal activities, serving as the contract liaison with government officers and subcontractors, and guiding program teams on funding, deliverables, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field with at least five years of contracts administration experience; or 8–10 years in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with federal contracting practices and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Independently administer prime contracts and subcontracts of routine to moderate complexity through closeout.
• Support the proposal lifecycle by reviewing solicitations and assisting with contractual volumes.
• Serve as contract point of contact for Government Contracting Officers, CORs, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide contractual guidance to Program Managers regarding contract interpretation, funding, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor contract performance by tracking funding, cost, deliverables, and key milestones.
• Lead negotiation of routine contract modifications and support more complex terms under supervision.
• Interpret and apply FAR/DFARS in daily contract administration and maintain contract files.

Skills

Contracts administration

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Federal contract types (CPFF, CPAF, FF

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Contracts Representative

LOCATION: Arlington, VA or Huntsville, AL

JOB STATUS: Full-time, Exempt

CLEARANCE: N/A

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: Up to 5%

SALARY RANGE: $85K - $95K

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Contracts Representative. The Mid-Level Contract Representative independently administers government prime contracts and subcontracts of routine to moderate complexity, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. The role exercises sound judgment in daily contract execution, supports proposal and negotiation activities, identifies contractual risks, and escalates complex matters as appropriate. The position utilizes enterprise CLM and approved AI tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, with a minimum of five years of relevant contracts administration experience; OR
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in contracts administration in lieu of a degree.

Technical Proficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Deltek Costpoint.
• Strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARS, and applicable agency supplements, with the ability to independently apply regulatory requirements in routine to moderately complex contracting matters.
• Experience administering federal contract types such as CPFF, CPAF, FFP, and T&M.

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Demonstrated ability to independently research, analyze, and resolve routine to moderately complex contractual issues, exercising sound judgment and escalating high-risk or novel matters to senior contracts leadership when appropriate.
• Working knowledge of federal government contracting practices and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting negotiation and administration of Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and subcontract agreements.

Collaboration & Professional Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance, if required.
• NCMA certification (CPCM, CCCM, or CFCM) preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently administer prime contracts and subcontracts of routine to moderate complexity from award through closeout, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Support the proposal lifecycle by reviewing solicitations, assisting with preparation of contractual volumes, representations and certifications, and participating in color team reviews to ensure compliance and identify contractual risks.
• Serve as a contractual point of contact for Government Contracting Officers, CORs, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders; escrow complex or high-risk matters to senior contracts leadership as needed.
• Provide contractual guidance to Program Managers regarding contract interpretation, funding, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor contract performance by tracking funding, cost, deliverables, and key milestones; Proactively identify contractual, funding, and compliance risks within assigned contracts and coordinate resolution with appropriate stakeholders, escalating complex or high-risk matters as needed.
• Lead negotiation of routine contract modifications and support negotiation of more complex terms and conditions under the guidance of senior contracts personnel when required.
• Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, and agency supplements in daily contract administration activities.
• Draft and coordinate contractual correspondence for internal and external distribution.
• Maintain contract files in accordance with company procedures and support internal and external audits.
• Contribute to a collaborative contracts team environment and support knowledge sharing across the organization.
• Utilize Icertis CLM and AI-assisted tools in daily contract administration activities to improve efficiency, contract record accuracy, and review cycle time while adhering to security and compliance requirements.