Defense Contracts Administrator

MBDA Missile Systems Inc (USA); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Matching

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

MBDA Incorporated seeks a Contracts Administrator to join the Contracts team in Huntsville, Alabama. You will administer contracts and subcontracts through the lifecycle, oversee supplier performance, and support negotiations within FAR/DFARS and DoD contracting practices.

Collaborating with Program Management, Finance, Supply Chain, and Engineering, you will ensure compliance, perform cost/price analyses, and draft contract communications while maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Contract Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience or a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• At least two years of contracting or contract administration experience, preferably supporting the DoD or a DoD contractor.
• Demonstrated experience working with FAR and DFARS requirements.
• Basic understanding of DoD contracts and government contracting practices.
• Working knowledge of contract types, structures, terms, and their operational and financial impacts.
• Experience performing cost or pricing analysis.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer assigned contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Provide day-to-day oversight of supplier contractual performance, obligations, and deliverables.
• Support the Director of Contracts and Contract Managers with contract administration activities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Interpret and select applicable FAR and DFARS clauses and flow-down requirements for suppliers.
• Support the development, review, and negotiation of contract proposals.
• Perform cost and pricing analyses to evaluate supplier proposals and support negotiations.
• Apply risk-management techniques to identify contractual risks and establish plans for monitoring contract performance.
• Draft contract correspondence, contractual documents, purchase orders, and related business communications.
• Coordinate and initiate return material authorizations (RMAs) with suppliers and customers.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, Business Development, Supply Chain, Production, Quality, Engineering, and other functional departments.
• Maintain accurate and complete contract files, documentation, and correspondence.
• Communicate and negotiate effectively with company personnel, customers, and suppliers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional coordination

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Contract Management/Finance/Supply Chain

Tools

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Job description

MBDA Incorporated seeks a Contracts Administrator to join the Contracts team in Huntsville, Alabama. You will administer contracts and subcontracts through the lifecycle, oversee supplier performance, and support negotiations within FAR/DFARS and DoD contracting practices.

Collaborating with Program Management, Finance, Supply Chain, and Engineering, you will ensure compliance, perform cost/price analyses, and draft contract communications while maintaining accurate documentation.