DoD Contracts Specialist | FAR/DFARS Compliance Expert

Rhoads Industries, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

PTO

Job summary

Rhoads Industries, Inc. seeks a Contracts Specialist to manage and oversee DoD-related contracts, ensuring alignment with FAR/DFARS regulations. Responsibilities include document prep, compliance checks, and maintaining central contract records.

The role emphasizes data management, cost analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration with internal teams and government representatives to ensure timely, compliant, and defensible proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience with DoD contracting procedures and FAR/DFARS is preferred.
• Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret contracts and financials.
• Proficiency with common office software and document management systems.
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure contract documents comply with DoD regulations.
• Monitor compliance with FAR, DFARS, and related requirements.
• Maintain and organize contract document records and correspondence.
• Enter and update contract data in government contract management systems.
• Support negotiations and coordinate communications between teams and government reps.
• Assist in cost and price analysis to develop competitive proposals.
• Track milestones, deadlines, and performance metrics for contracts.
• Assist with contract modifications, amendments, and extensions.

Skills

Federal contracting principles

Contract administration

Cost reimbursable contracts

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team coordination

Data entry / MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Adobe

Job description

Rhoads Industries, Inc. seeks a Contracts Specialist to manage and oversee DoD-related contracts, ensuring alignment with FAR/DFARS regulations. Responsibilities include document prep, compliance checks, and maintaining central contract records.

The role emphasizes data management, cost analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration with internal teams and government representatives to ensure timely, compliant, and defensible proposals.