Onsite Government Contracts Admin – Aerospace & Defense

MOHR Talent; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator for its aerospace and defense manufacturing team in Columbus, Mississippi. This fully onsite, full-time role supports government and commercial contracts across the full lifecycle, collaborating with Contracts, PM, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in contract administration, familiarity with FAR-based contracts, and experience with fixed-price and cost-reimbursable structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, supply chain, or related field.
• 3+ years of contract administration experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, government contracting, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with FAR-based contracts and federal contracting requirements.
• Exposure to fixed-price and cost-reimbursable contract structures.
• Experience reviewing contract documentation, terms and conditions, amendments, or modifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cradle-to-grave administration of government and commercial contracts, including prime contracts and subcontracts.
• Review contract terms and conditions, NDAs, teaming agreements, purchase orders, and amendments.
• Assist with contract modifications, change orders, documentation, and closeout activities.
• Identify potential contractual risks and elevate complex matters to senior leadership.
• Maintain accurate contract records, customer portals, and ERP systems.
• Coordinate pricing reviews and proposal activities with Finance and other departments.
• Support contract negotiations through document preparation, research, and action-item tracking.

Skills

Contract administration

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Communication skills

MS Excel

ERP software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

MOHR Talent is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator for its aerospace and defense manufacturing team in Columbus, Mississippi. This fully onsite, full-time role supports government and commercial contracts across the full lifecycle, collaborating with Contracts, PM, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in contract administration, familiarity with FAR-based contracts, and experience with fixed-price and cost-reimbursable structures.