Senior Contract Administrator (Contract Administrator 4) 30159

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Wellness resources

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to lead end-to-end contract management for diverse defense programs from the Fairfax, VA office. The role requires strong federal contracting knowledge and the ability to work across a multi-disciplinary team.

You will oversee negotiations, proposal support, and contract administration, while mentoring teammates and ensuring compliant, competitive actions in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Mentor and develop colleagues in contracting principles and practices.
• Experience managing a large contract portfolio with a high volume of contract actions.
• Familiar with NDA, TA, MOUs, IDIQs, and BOAs; knowledge of various contract types.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of standard and non-standard contracts including administration, negotiation, modifications, extensions, and closeout.
• Support proposal development by preparing contract volumes and pricing inputs, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead contract negotiations with customers and partners per policy, FAR/DFARS, and customer specs.
• Review estimates, pricing data, material and service requirements for completeness and compliance.
• Prepare bids and maintain contract-specific documentation and history.

Skills

Mentor colleagues in contracting

Cross‑functional collaboration

Contract management

Negotiation with customers

FAR/DFARS knowledge

IDIQs/BOAs experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition Number: 30159

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $104,022.00 - $145,000.00

Security Clearance: None

Level of Experience: Senior

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to lead end‑to‑end contract management activities in support of dynamic defense and civilian programs at our Fairfax, VA location. This role plays a critical part in shaping compliant, competitive, and strategically aligned contract actions for a diverse portfolio of customers within HII All Domain operating unit. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of federal contracting and IDIQ management. This role supports a hybrid work schedule out of our Fairfax, VA office.

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What You Will Do

• Manage the full lifecycle of standard and non‑standard contracts, including administration, negotiation, modifications, extensions, and closeout
• Support proposal development by preparing contract volumes, contributing to pricing strategies, and ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Lead contract negotiations with customers and partners in alignment with company policies, FAR/DFARS requirements, and customer specifications
• Review estimates, pricing data, material and service requirements, and performance criteria for completeness and compliance
• Prepare bids and maintain contract‑specific documentation, reports, and historical records
• Serve as a primary liaison with internal teams and external customers, advising leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities
• Analyze contract data, performance metrics, and financial impacts to support decision‑making
• Develop and maintain contract‑specific estimating tools and templates
• Share knowledge and best practices through training, mentoring, and consistent guidance to teammates
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Skilled at handling high‑volume workloads while maintaining accuracy
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and program needs

What We're Looking For

• 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop colleagues in contracting principles and practices
• Demonstrated experience managing a large contract portfolio with a high volume of contract actions
• Skilled in all contract types, including Cost-Type, FFP, and LH
• Experienced with agreement types such as NDAs, TAs, MOUs, IDIQs, and BOAs
• Strong understanding of Outcomes-Based, Performance-Based, and “X as a Service” contracting models
• Proven ability to work cross‑functionally with diverse internal business partners and all levels of management

Preferred Experience

• Advanced knowledge of Excel, including creation of contract‑specific estimating templates
• Strong understanding of FAR and DFARS
• Proven ability to create, maintain, and improve policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Experience supporting cross‑functional proposal and contracting teams

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best‑in‑class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non‑recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well‑being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.