Senior Contracts Advisor for Federal Programs

Peraton; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced Contracts Administration Senior Advisor to support our Federal/Civilian Services portfolio. You will manage a diverse government contract portfolio, advise program teams, and help ensure mission success from award to closeout.

In this high-impact role, you will lead contract lifecycle activities, draft and negotiate agreements, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS. Travel to Peraton facilities and customer sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field with 12+ years experience; or a Master's with 10+ years; or 16+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Willingness to travel to Peraton facilities and customer sites on a periodic basis.
• Strong written and oral communication with internal and external stakeholders; ability to work independently and in teams.
• Hands-on experience with Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and agency supplements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts across types and sizes, advising on cost and performance risk.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships internally and externally, leading teams to resolve issues.
• Act as the contractual expert for Project Managers, guiding requirements and challenges.
• Collaborate with program teams and customers on complex problems to deliver effective solutions.
• Advise leadership on contract terms/conditions and communicate holistic assessments of implications.
• Monitor program performance to ensure conformance with proposals, terms, and regulations.
• Draft or revise contract letters, change agreements, and performance responses.
• Support program change management and customer conflict resolution.
• Contribute to proposals with price/cost narratives and data.
• Analyze, draft, and negotiate NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, Teaming Agreements, and other instruments.
• Disseminate contract status and compliance information across the organization.
• Lead contract start-up and closeout processes for smooth lifecycle transitions.
• Champion business principles aligned with departmental goals.

Skills

Self-starter

Organization

Communication

Research & analysis

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Cost & pricing basics

BOE/WBS knowledge

Compliance

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Master's degree

16+ years of experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

MS Office

Contract management system/tools

Job description

Peraton is seeking an experienced Contracts Administration Senior Advisor to support our Federal/Civilian Services portfolio. You will manage a diverse government contract portfolio, advise program teams, and help ensure mission success from award to closeout.

In this high-impact role, you will lead contract lifecycle activities, draft and negotiate agreements, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS. Travel to Peraton facilities and customer sites may be required.