Defense Contracts Specialist

Leonardo DRS; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking candidates for contract administration roles focused on government contracts. The team handles contract performance, negotiations, and compliance across multiple programs, requiring strong FAR/DFARS knowledge and communication skills.

Ideal candidates will have experience with government contracting processes, IP/data rights, and various contract types, with NCMA CPCM certification desired.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contracting processes.
• Knowledge of contract types and terms; sole source and competitive procurements.
• Experience with IP rights clauses and data rights guidelines.
• Understanding of source selection and cost/price analysis.
• Experience with government property administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience drafting, negotiating and administering contracts/subcontracts.
• NCMA CPCM certification desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor contract performance on government contracts.
• Support negotiation and administration of agreements with customers and vendors.
• Review standard contract terms, amendments and identify issues.
• Ensure adherence to company policy and government requirements.
• Assist in proposal preparation and price proposals.
• Assist with export license applications as needed.
• Support subcontract negotiation and management.
• Prepare contract documentation packages and term sheets.
• Maintain effective internal and external customer relations.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Contract types & terms (FFP, CPFF, CP1

Education

Associate’s degree in related discipline

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leonardo DRS is seeking candidates for contract administration roles focused on government contracts. The team handles contract performance, negotiations, and compliance across multiple programs, requiring strong FAR/DFARS knowledge and communication skills.

Ideal candidates will have experience with government contracting processes, IP/data rights, and various contract types, with NCMA CPCM certification desired.