Senior Federal Contracts Administrator – TS/SCI

Advantage Technical; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Principal Contracts Administrator to join our contracts team supporting defense and intelligence programs. The successful candidate will serve as the primary contractual point of contact for assigned programs, advising on contract strategy, execution, risk, compliance, and customer relationships.

The role requires extensive experience administering federal prime contracts and major U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 7-10+ years of federal contract administration/management experience.
• Strong experience supporting U.S. Government prime contracts and major subcontracts.
• Experience administering services contracts.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
• Experience negotiating terms for services and materials.
• Experience managing FFP, T&M, and Cost-type contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractual advisor and customer-facing point of contact for assigned programs.
• Advise on contract terms, obligations, risks, compliance, and business strategy.
• Administer complex federal contracts throughout the lifecycle.
• Review proposals and documents for compliance with policies and regulations.
• Negotiate terms for services, materials, and program changes.
• Review NDAs, teaming agreements, and other contracts.
• Support bids, negotiations, and new-business opportunities.
• Assist with cost proposals, pricing narratives, and contract changes.
• Manage multiple contract types including FFP, T&M, and Cost-type contracts.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Interpret terms for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure execution complies with FAR/DFARS and internal policies.
• Coordinate with PM, Finance, Legal, and other teams.
• Participate in customer negotiations and relationships with government and prime contractors.
• Maintain accurate contract records and deadlines.

Skills

Federal contracts

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Customer relationships

Stakeholder communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Contracts/Finance/Legal Studies

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Principal Contracts Administrator to join our contracts team supporting defense and intelligence programs. The successful candidate will serve as the primary contractual point of contact for assigned programs, advising on contract strategy, execution, risk, compliance, and customer relationships.

The role requires extensive experience administering federal prime contracts and major U.S.