Senior Contract Administrator (On Client Site)

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal); Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal) is looking for a Senior Contract Administrator in Chantilly, VA. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive contract administration support within the Department of War. This role involves preparing reports, managing contract files, and ensuring compliance with required regulations.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree, have 15 years of experience, and be proficient in Microsoft Office tools. TS/SCI eligibility is also required.

Qualifications

• Currently hold an active TS/SCI or have been debriefed in the last 24 months.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract administration support including reporting for CO and Program Manager.
• Prepare reports and maintain contract files in accordance with regulations.
• Analyze and track contract payments, supporting resolution of payment-related problems.

Skills

MS PowerPoint

Excel

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to support a fast-paced research and development organization within the Department of War (DoW) for a client located in Chantilly, VA. The Contract Administrator will work within the Acquisition/Contracts office accomplishing routine acquisition items as they pertain to contract support and execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract administration support including data-call responses and reporting for CO, COTR, and Program Manager.
• Provide administrative contract support. This support shall include, but not limited to:
  • maintaining contract administration data in the contracts and standard DoD financial management systems
  • maintaining status on contract actions
  • preparing contractual instruments and related documents
  • researching contracts
  • coordinating and distributing contract invoices
  • other administrative contract support as required.
• Develop contract support packages to include research and resolution of payment/invoice discrepancies/issues, research of funds obligation/de-obligation issues, research on procurements, and creation of internal monitoring tools for contract initiation/implementation.
• Prepare reports and maintain contract files in accordance with all required regulations as directed by the CO, or Director of Contracting. These reports may include tracking contractor use of the Government property in support of the resolution of property related issues.
• Prepare contract award and modifications in accordance with FAR/DFAR or Other Transactions for CO review/signature in Enterprise Contracting Writing Module or other contract writing tools, to include identifying appropriate solicitation and contract clauses.
• Prepare and submit expired contracts into the contract closeout process, as well as support and document contract terminations to include calculating contract termination final contract price.
• Analyze, compute, and track contract payments, support the resolution of payment-related problems and identify indicators of fraud or other legal offenses.
• Resolve contract issues with CO approval.

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI-Eligible - Currently hold an active TS/SCI or have held an SCI and have been debriefed in the last 24 months; #qinetiqclearedjob
• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 15 years of experience
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel and/or other Microsoft products
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in market research, pricing, and cost analysis
• Understanding of acquisition lifecycle and contract law
• Experience resolving contract disputes and conducting close-outs
• Experience working with NRO systems and processes or other DoD or IC agencies

Accessibility/Accommodation

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.