Senior Contract Administrator - Government & Intl

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced contracts professional to manage and negotiate complex government and international contracts.

You will oversee the full contract lifecycle, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise management on risk and opportunities. The role requires 15+ years in contract administration, a business-focused degree, and strong leadership and communication skills to interface with customers and government officials.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in contract administration and 15+ years of progressive contract administration experience.
• Deep understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations.
• Extensive expertise in government/commercial/international contract administration and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage and participate in the administration of assigned contracts including negotiating, preparing, reviewing, approving, and terminating contractual documents.
• Oversee proposal preparation, contract negotiation, administration, and customer contact to ensure proper acquisition and fulfillment.
• Identify legal or contractual issues, develop solutions, and guide management on resolving issues while supporting program objectives.
• Ensure protection of proprietary interests and compliance with company policy in reports, papers, and articles.
• Review agreements for consistency with laws, regulations, and company policies; determine if minimum requirements are met.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Contract review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (Contract Administration)

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced contracts professional to manage and negotiate complex government and international contracts.

You will oversee the full contract lifecycle, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise management on risk and opportunities. The role requires 15+ years in contract administration, a business-focused degree, and strong leadership and communication skills to interface with customers and government officials.