Defense Contract Administrator – Unmanned Systems Programs

FedWriters, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FedWriters, Inc. is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the DCMA Blue UAS program. The role covers acquisition planning, market research, and contract administration across the full procurement lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award activities.

Candidates must have strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, an active clearance, and U.S. citizenship. The position is on-site in San Diego, CA, with standard M-F hours and contingent upon contract award.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional Government contracting experience across the acquisition lifecycle.
• Deep familiarity with FAR and DFARS; experience with their supplements.
• Experience in pre-award and post-award contract administration.
• Active clearance and enrolled in CE.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition planning and contract administration across the lifecycle, including strategies, market research, procurement planning, and milestone tracking.
• Assist in preparing solicitation packages, reviewing proposals, and performing price and cost analyses.
• Support post-award contract administration: contract modifications, milestones tracking, and closeout.
• Maintain acquisition documentation and procurement trackers to ensure compliance and audit readiness.
• Provide acquisition advisory support by researching applicable laws and procedures.
• Prepare acquisition reports, briefings, and procurement metrics for government leadership.
• Coordinate acquisition activities with contracting personnel, technical staff, legal counsel, and financial management stakeholders.

Skills

Gov contracting

FAR/DFARS

Pre/Post award

Security clearance

Citizenship required

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

FedWriters, Inc. is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the DCMA Blue UAS program. The role covers acquisition planning, market research, and contract administration across the full procurement lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award activities.

Candidates must have strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, an active clearance, and U.S. citizenship. The position is on-site in San Diego, CA, with standard M-F hours and contingent upon contract award.