Proposal Analyst

Aston Carter; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

HSA

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Contract Administration professional for an on-site role in Warren, MA. The role focuses on reviewing customer contracts and technical docs to determine materials and supply needs for product assemblies.

You will develop BOMs, review drawings, and ensure alignment with contract specifications. Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing detailed contracts and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document review.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret complex requirements.
• Ability to research information and work independently when answers are not readily available.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel for organizing and analyzing data.
• Excellent organization and time-management to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings at a functional level.
• Capable of working primarily as an individual contributor.
• Willingness to learn new terminology and technical concepts relevant to manufacturing and defense work.
• Ability to meet U.S. citizenship requirements for defense-related work.
• Experience with contracts analysis and proposal analysis.
• Resourceful in handling complex or incomplete information.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and documentation to identify specifications and material requirements.
• Translate contract requirements into actionable material and supply needs.
• Assist in developing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supply lists.
• Review drawings to verify requirements align with contract specs.
• Compare specs and docs to ensure correct materials and components are used.
• Research standards using company resources when information is unclear.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve conflicts with available guidance.
• Use Excel to organize and analyze project and materials data.
• Work independently while coordinating with project leadership and senior consultants.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in reviewing technical information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical

Problem-solving

Research

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Read technical drawings

Independent contributor

Defense industry knowledge

Contract/Proposal analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Contract Administration Job Description The Contract Administration supports a large-scale project in a highly technical manufacturing environment by reviewing customer contracts and technical documentation to determine the materials and supplies required for specific product assemblies. This project-based, on-site role is ideal for analytical, detail-oriented professionals who enjoy researching information, working through complex documentation, and translating technical requirements into clear, actionable material needs.

Responsibilities

• - Review customer contracts and supporting documentation to identify applicable specifications, standards, and material requirements for product assemblies.
• - Pull relevant information from contracts and translate technical and commercial requirements into actionable material and supply needs.
• - Assist in developing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and detailed supply lists for individual product assemblies.
• - Review technical drawings and supporting documentation to identify applicable requirements and ensure alignment with contract specifications.
• - Compare specifications, technical drawings, and documentation to verify that appropriate materials, components, and supplies are being used.
• - Research specifications, standards, and requirements using company-provided websites and resources when contract information is unclear or incomplete.
• - Identify discrepancies, missing information, and conflicting requirements within documentation and work through them using available resources and guidance.
• - Utilize Microsoft Excel to organize, review, and analyze project information, materials data, and contract details.
• - Manage assigned work independently as a primary individual contributor while collaborating with project leadership and an experienced project consultant when additional guidance is required.
• - Maintain a high level of accuracy and consistency when reviewing detailed and technical information to support quality and compliance.
• - Learn and apply new terminology, specifications, and technical concepts relevant to the manufacturing and defense-related project.
• - Contribute to a streamlined project workflow by meeting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining organized records of contract and materials analysis.

Essential Skills

• - Previous experience reviewing detailed documents such as contracts, records, specifications, technical documentation, or similar information.
• - Strong attention to detail with a clear commitment to accuracy in document and data review.
• - Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex requirements.
• - Ability to research information and independently work toward a solution when the answer is not immediately available.
• - Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for organizing, reviewing, and analyzing project and materials data.
• - Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage workload and meet project deadlines.
• - Comfort reviewing technical documentation and drawings; ability to interpret technical content at a functional level.
• - Ability to work primarily as an individual contributor while asking questions and collaborating when appropriate.
• - Comfort learning new terminology, specifications, and technical concepts associated with a technical manufacturing and defense-related environment.
• - Ability to meet U.S. citizenship requirements, including restrictions related to dual citizenship, due to the nature of the defense-related work.
• - Experience or demonstrated capability in contracts analysis and proposal analysis.
• - High level of resourcefulness and a strong problem-solving mindset when working with complex or incomplete information.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• - Backgrounds in areas such as document control, contract administration, compliance, quality documentation, supply chain, procurement, materials, technical documentation, manufacturing or operations support, configuration management, or project and data analysis are highly relevant.
• - Experience in proposal analysis or contract administration is beneficial for understanding contract requirements and translating them into material needs.
• - Familiarity with configuration management or quality documentation processes can support accurate materials and specification alignment.
• - Comfort working in a project-based environment where workload and duration depend on project needs.
• - Experience functioning as an individual contributor on technical or documentation-heavy projects.
• - Prior exposure to technical drawings is helpful but not required; willingness to learn and interpret technical information is important.
• - Strong communication skills to clearly articulate findings, discrepancies, and questions to project leadership and stakeholders.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site in Warren and follows a standard 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule. The position supports a highly technical manufacturing environment and involves project-based work with an overall duration dependent on project needs and workload. The role is primarily focused on individual contributor responsibilities, with close collaboration and support from an experienced project consultant as needed. Work is performed using standard office tools and technology, including extensive use of Microsoft Excel and company-provided online resources to research specifications and requirements. The environment emphasizes accuracy, analytical thinking, and careful document review within a defense-related context, and offers a streamlined hiring process with one virtual interview followed by a hiring decision.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Warren, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $42.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warren,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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