Senior Contracts Administrator

Intellisense Systems Inc; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Weeks PTO a year

10 paid holidays

401(k) with 100% employer matching up

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Job summary

Intellisense Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator in Torrance, CA to support government programs. You will work alongside an experienced contracts staff, handling proposal support, contract administration, and compliance with FAR/DFARS clauses.

You will negotiate awards, manage post‑award activities, and ensure proper data rights and export controls. This fully onsite role offers mentorship and growth within a defense-focused portfolio.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years contract experience with 5+ years overall professional or project-based experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS; familiarity with FFP and CPFF contracts.
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit contract volumes for competitive proposals with ground rules and data rights.
• Interface with government Contracting Officers and prime contractor personnel throughout proposals and negotiations.
• Negotiate and execute contract awards and set up awarded contracts in Deltek Costpoint.
• Review contracts for FAR/DFARS clauses; coordinate data rights and export controls as needed.
• Administer post-award contracts including payment terms, invoicing, and funding monitoring.

Skills

Contract management

Communication skills

Government contracting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Intellisense Systems, Inc. is a privately held company with a proven track record of developing and deploying innovative products that successfully operate in the most extreme environments.We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets.We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications.

We're looking for a Senior Contracts Administrator to support one or more of ISI's operating divisions - working alongside an experienced contracts staff on a focused portfolio of government programs.

Location

Torrance, CA (Onsite)

Responsibilities:

Proposal Support

• Prepare and submit contract volumes for competitive proposals, including ground rules and assumptions and data rights assertions
• Interface with government Contracting Officers and prime contractor procurement personnel throughout the proposal and negotiation process

Contract Administration

• Negotiate and execute contract awards; set up and maintain awarded contracts in Deltek Costpoint
• Review prime contract terms and ensure appropriate FAR/DFARS clauses and data rights provisions are flowed down to subcontractors and vendors
• Review new contracts and solicitations for ITAR/EAR implications; coordinate with ISI's export compliance function as needed
• Administer FFP and CPFF contracts post‑award, including contract modifications. Activities will include establishing payment terms, initiating, and monitoring invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.
• Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading the change management process
• Job responsibilities within our organization are dynamic. This may not be a complete list of duties. Other responsibilities may be assigned by your supervisor or upper management at any time.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years contract experience with 5+ years overall professional or project-based experience in related field
• Working knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, familiarity with FFP and CPFF contract types
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface professionally with government and prime contractor personnel

What You Can Expect:

• Day-to-day mentorship and collaboration with ISI's seasoned contracts staff
• Exposure to a broad range of defense programs and contract vehicles
• Leadership that equips employees with the tools they need to be successful
• Innovative use of AI in contracting and program support

Pay Range:

$90,000 - $145,000 (However, base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience)

Benefits:

• 4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day)
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 100% employer matching up to 4% of salary (no vesting period)
• Multiple options for Medical, Vision, DentalInsurance plans
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance (30% of Tuition with a minimum qualifying grade)
• 100% Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 100% Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• 100% Paid Workers Compensation Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance

The unique culture at Intellisense offers the entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company with the support and expertise of a larger organization. We are looking for individuals that have a wide breadth of experience while also being subject matter experts in their respective field.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact us by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail]

Intellisense Systems, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.