Gov't Contracts Administrator (FAR/DFARS)

Advanced Technology Systems Company; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to support the administration of U.S. Government contracts from proposal through closeout.

The role collaborates with Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Business Development, Supply Chain, and Legal to ensure contractual compliance and audit-ready records. The ideal candidate has federal contracting experience and knowledge of FAR/DFARS, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–5 years of experience administering government contracts.
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting practices.
• Experience supporting DoD or other federal government contracts.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Administer assigned government contracts, task orders, and subcontracts throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Review and process contract awards, modifications, amendments, and correspondence.
• Maintain contract files and documentation for accuracy and audit readiness.
• Assist in reviewing solicitations, RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Support proposal development by reviewing contractual requirements and compliance.
• Monitor contract deliverables, funding, performance periods, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate contractual actions with program managers, finance, procurement, BD, HR, and Legal.
• Prepare contractual correspondence for government customers, prime contractors, and subcontractors.
• Track contract milestones, deliverables, option periods, and renewal dates.
• Assist with NDAs, teaming agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and contract modifications.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and other regulations.
• Assist with contract close-out activities and records retention.
• Support internal and external contract audits.
• Maintain contract management systems and reports.

Skills

Contract management

Federal contracting knowledge

Communications

Organizational skills

Documentation

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent yet collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Deltek GovWin

Unanet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to support the administration of U.S. Government contracts from proposal through closeout.

The role collaborates with Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Business Development, Supply Chain, and Legal to ensure contractual compliance and audit-ready records. The ideal candidate has federal contracting experience and knowledge of FAR/DFARS, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced