Government Property Administrator

Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc; McPherson (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc is seeking a Government Property Administrator to manage GFP, GFE, and CAP in accordance with FAR Part 45, DFARS, and company policies. This role will ensure accurate property records, support audits, and maintain a compliant property management system throughout the asset lifecycle.

Key duties include maintaining accountability for government-owned property, overseeing receipts and disposition, coordinating transfers, and supporting contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in government property administration or asset management.
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 45, DFARS, and government property lifecycle requirements.
• Experience with property management systems (SAP, Sunflower, or similar).
• Ability to interpret contract clauses and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accountability for all government-owned property assigned to the company.
• Ensure compliance with FAR 45, DFARS, and DCMA CPMSA requirements.
• Oversee receipt, identification, tagging, storage, movement, and disposition of government property.
• Maintain accurate records in the approved property management system (SAP, Sunflower, AssetWorks, eQuip).
• Conduct periodic inventories, reconciliations, and audits of government property.
• Prepare for and support DCMA audits, internal audits, and customer reviews.
• Investigate and document Loss, Damage, or Destruction incidents; prepare reports.
• Coordinate property transfers, reutilization, and disposition activities.
• Support contract closeout by ensuring all property is accounted for and properly dispositioned.
• Review contract requirements to identify property clauses and ensure compliance from award to closeout.
• Work with Supply Chain, Contracts, Program Management, Finance, and Operations.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on government property requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government property matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-priority management

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Compliance mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Accounting, or related field

Tools

SAP

Sunflower

AssetWorks

eQuip

WASP

Job description

Position Overview

The Government Property Administrator is responsible for managing, tracking, and ensuring compliant use of all Government Furnished Property (GFP), Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP) in accordance with FAR Part 45, DFARS, and company policies. This role ensures accurate property records, supports audits, and maintains a compliant property management system throughout the asset lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Property Management & Compliance

• Maintain accountability for all government-owned property assigned to the company.
• Ensure compliance with FAR 45, DFARS 252.245, and DCMA Contractor Property Management System Audit (CPMSA) requirements.
• Oversee receipt, identification, tagging, storage, movement, and disposition of government property.
• Maintain accurate records in the approved property management system (e.g., SAP, Sunflower, AssetWorks, eQuip).
• Conduct periodic inventories, reconciliations, and audits of government property.

Audits, Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare for and support DCMA audits, internal audits, and customer reviews.
• Investigate and document Loss, Damage, or Destruction (LDD) incidents; prepare required reports.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation for property lifecycle events.
• Generate reports for internal stakeholders, contracting officers, and government representatives.

Lifecycle Oversight

• Coordinate property transfers, reutilization, and disposition activities.
• Support contract closeout by ensuring all property is accounted for and properly dispositioned.
• Review contract requirements to identify property clauses and ensure compliance from award to closeout.

Cross?Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Supply Chain, Contracts, Program Management, Finance, and Operations.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on government property requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government property matters.

Keyword: Government Property Administrator

Required Experience:

Required Qualifications

• Bacheloris degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2i5+ years of experience in government property administration or asset management.
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 45, DFARS, and government property lifecycle requirements.
• Experience with property management systems (SAP, Sunflower, or similar).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret contract clauses and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPPS or CPPA certification (NPMA).
• Experience supporting DCMA audits or Contractor Property Management System
• Experience with inventory control systems (WASP / eQuip)
• Reviews (PMSR).
• Background in aerospace, defense, or federal contracting environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Problem solving and analytical thinking
• High integrity and commitment to compliance

Work Environment

• Office or hybrid environment depending on local policy
• Occasional travel may be required for audits, inventories, or program support

From: Kratos Defense