Senior Government Contracts Administrator – Space & Defense

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Telework options

401(k) Plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Contract Administrator III to provide comprehensive contract management services for SSC/FFRDC programs. This on‑site role in El Segundo handles SOW reviews, CDRLs, funding, SPPE and FWOs, coordinating with Space Systems Command and DoD partners.

Candidates need a related degree and 4+ years in government contracts. Responsibilities include preparing reports, facilitating contract modifications, and supporting pricing and project plans, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; four+ years in Gov’t contract management.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and DODi 5000.77.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills for cross-functional work.

Responsibilities

• Review SOW, CDRLs and other requirements; update ART as needed.
• Manage contract actions (WROs, funding, SPPE, FWOs) throughout the fiscal year.
• Prepare contract reports and modifications; support pricing plans.
• Coordinate with SSC, Air Force, DoD and other agencies on contract deliverables.
• Assist in special projects and contract closeouts.

Skills

Contract management

SOW review

Interpersonal skills

Government contracts knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

ART (Aerospace Requirements Tool)

SAP/4

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Contract Administrator III to provide comprehensive contract management services for SSC/FFRDC programs. This on‑site role in El Segundo handles SOW reviews, CDRLs, funding, SPPE and FWOs, coordinating with Space Systems Command and DoD partners.

Candidates need a related degree and 4+ years in government contracts. Responsibilities include preparing reports, facilitating contract modifications, and supporting pricing and project plans, with opportunities