Senior Contract Administrator *5K Sign-on Bonus*

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time-Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Orlando, FL is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to perform contracts administration activities for a business unit. You will maintain contract files, negotiate modifications, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and manage data deliverables with Program teams.

Responsibilities include supporting RFQ/RFP submittals to Government and DoD prime contractors, administering and negotiating award transactions, and maintaining contract databases in

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS, CMMC, ITAR/EAR compliance requirements.
• Ability to negotiate terms and coordinate contract modifications.
• Experience supporting government and DoD prime contracts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete contract files and review/negotiate modifications.
• Develop/maintain a contract requirements flow-down matrix.
• Ensure contract compliance and proposal certification.
• Monitor data deliverables and mitigate risks with Program teams.
• Support RFQ/RFP submittals to Government and DoD primes.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

CMMC understanding

ITAR/EAR knowledge

Strong communication

Contract negotiation

Team collaboration

Education

CPCM or equivalent coursework

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers.

Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Orlando, FL for a Senior Contracts Administrator who will perform various contracts administration activities in support of a business unit. Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining complete contract files and reviewing and negotiating modifications.
• Developing and maintaining a contract requirements flow‑down matrix.
• Ensuring contract compliance and proposal certification.
• Monitoring timely submission of data deliverables and mitigating risks in concert with Program teams.
• Supporting the submittal of RFQs and RFP proposal responses to Government and DoD prime contractors.
• Administering and negotiating contractual award transactions.
• Maintaining contracts database and other internal systems.
• Participating as a member of program teams and conducting contract negotiations, administration, and customer contact activities in accordance with contract requirements, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Advising management of contractual rights and obligations.

Experience And Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as a subject matter expert.
• Strong knowledge of the FAR/DFARS, CMMC, and commercial contracting practices.
• Working knowledge of ITAR and EAR.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be a US person to work at this location.
• 7–10 years of experience.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and a process‑oriented approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building customer relationships and working with all levels of management; offering guidance to internal functional groups on contract administration and solicitation compliance requirements in accordance with company policy and federal procurement regulations.
• Ability to apply sound business judgment in a high‑paced, demanding environment and facilitate problem resolution to internal or external customer satisfaction.
• CPCM or equivalent educational courses are helpful.
• Working knowledge of Deltek Costpoint business systems.

Competitive salary based on experience and education.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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