Defense Contracts Specialist

Keel; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Certification Sponsorship Opportunitie

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Keel, based in Ladson, SC, is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support proposal development and manage contract terms with government and commercial customers. You will work with program managers to ensure terms are met and contracts are maintained, coordinating with SMEs and handling NDAs.

The role requires 1–2 years in contract management, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CMMC, and MS Office/MS Project proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in contract management and government contracting.
• Direct experience with defense industry government organizations and professional certification (e.g. CFCM, CPCM).
• Experience with government contracting processes, FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR and CMMC.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal development and contract execution.
• Review and negotiate government and commercial contract terms.
• Ensure contract review before award and maintain contract documents.
• Coordinate responses with Subject Matter Experts and manage NDA execution.
• Manage company registrations within government and customer portals.
• Advise senior management on contract requirements and risks.
• Collaborate with the Director of Contracts and the Contracts Administration team.

Skills

Contract management

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

FAR/DFARS knowledge

ITAR/EAR knowledge

MS Office

MS Project

Government contracting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in International Relations

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Keel, based in Ladson, SC, is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support proposal development and manage contract terms with government and commercial customers. You will work with program managers to ensure terms are met and contracts are maintained, coordinating with SMEs and handling NDAs.

The role requires 1–2 years in contract management, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CMMC, and MS Office/MS Project proficiency.