Mission-Critical Defense Contracts Specialist

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking a Contracts Administrator in Falls Church, VA to support US Air Force and Space Force contracts. The role emphasizes pre- and post-award activities, negotiations, and coordinating with program teams to ensure compliance and successful contract execution.

You will work onsite (5 days/week) at the Falls Church facility, with required US Person status. The position offers growth through a broad set of total rewards and a chance to impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. In lieu of degree, six years minimum of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain.
• Two (2+) years of related experience in contracts administration, subcontracts administration, procurement, and supply chain.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, and processes involved in contract administration.
• Familiarity with FAR and DFAR regulations and policies governing assigned contracts.

Responsibilities

• Administering contracts and/or subcontracts, including negotiation, documentation, certification, financial reporting, and product delivery for major contracts.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in support of US Air Force pre and post-award contractual opportunities.
• Negotiating contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Coordinating approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff.
• Providing advice and interpretation of contract requirements.
• Reviewing solicitation requests and GDIT proposal volumes to identify risk areas and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Participating in proposal teams including pricing and scheduling strategy and risk assessment.
• Maintaining bid and proposal information and communicating updates.
• Guiding and leading less-experienced contract administrators.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Communication skills

MS Office

Onsite work

Education

Bachelor's degree

6 years related experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking a Contracts Administrator in Falls Church, VA to support US Air Force and Space Force contracts. The role emphasizes pre- and post-award activities, negotiations, and coordinating with program teams to ensure compliance and successful contract execution.

You will work onsite (5 days/week) at the Falls Church facility, with required US Person status. The position offers growth through a broad set of total rewards and a chance to impact