Senior Manager, Contracts Administration

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Manager of Contracts Administration to lead a critical workstream for the BNATCS program. Based onsite in Herndon, VA, you will direct a multi-level contract team, manage a diverse portfolio, and coordinate with FAA to ensure compliant, strategic contract execution.

You will own negotiations, proposals, and closeout activities, driving excellence and robust governance across the lifecycle. This role demands U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of related contracts experience.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) and agency-specific supplements.
• Demonstrated experience across all phases of the contract lifecycle: RFP response, negotiation, contract execution, day-to-day administration, and closeout.
• Proven ability to interface with and represent contracts interests at all levels of internal and external management.
• Experience building and leading teams of contract administrators and developing efficient workstream processes.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-level team of contract administrators, fostering a culture of accountability and mission focus.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of task orders spanning various contract types, complexities, and values.
• Partner with the FAA and internal leadership to deliver strategic planning, proposal development, negotiations, and closeout activities.
• Drive proposal excellence, supporting color team reviews, compliance checks, and pricing strategy development.
• Serve as the lead negotiator on contract actions, advising on rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure full lifecycle compliance with terms, regulations, and customer specs.
• Own communications and reporting—contracts status updates, modifications, and closeout actions.
• Maintain airtight records and audit-ready filing.
• Build trusted partnerships with internal stakeholders, FAA counterparts, and Prime customers.

Skills

Contracts management

Government contracting

Team leadership

RFP negotiations

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Tools

Contracts management systems

Job description

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Senior Manager of Contracts Administration to join one of the most consequential programs in U.S. aviation history — the Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-visibility leadership role at the intersection of national infrastructure modernization and government contracting excellence.

Based onsite in Herndon, VA, you will lead a dynamic contracts workstream team, managing a complex portfolio of task orders in direct partnership with the FAA. Your work will directly support the transformation of America's air traffic control infrastructure — a mission that demands precision, strategic thinking, and bold leadership.

If you are a seasoned contracts professional ready to own a critical workstream, lead a high-performing team, and leave a lasting impact on a program of national significance, this role was built for you.

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Responsibilities:

As a Senior Manager of Contracts Administration, you will serve as the contracts authority and team leader for your assigned workstream, driving full lifecycle contract management from award through closeout. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Lead and develop a multi-level team of contract administrators (Junior through Senior), fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and mission focus
• Manage a diverse portfolio of task orders spanning various contract types, complexities, and dollar values — all in support of the BNATCS program sector
• Partner with the FAA and internal program leadership to deliver strategic planning, proposal development, negotiations, modifications, and contract closeout activities
• Drive proposal excellence — supporting color team reviews, compliance checks, representations and certifications, OCI Mitigation Plans, and pricing strategy development
• Serve as the lead negotiator on resultant contract actions, advising program teams on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and opportunities
• Ensure full lifecycle compliance — monitoring program performance against contract terms, government regulations, and customer specifications
• Own communications and reporting — preparing and disseminating contract status updates, modifications, deviations, and closeout actions across the organization
• Maintain airtight records — ensuring contracts systems, correspondence logs, and filing are current and audit-ready
• Build trusted partnerships with internal stakeholders, FAA counterparts, and Prime contractor customers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of related contracts experience
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) and agency-specific supplements
• Demonstrated experience across all phases of the contract lifecycle: RFP response, negotiation, contract execution, day-to-day administration, and closeout
• Proven ability to interface with and represent contracts interests at all levels of internal and external management
• Experience building and leading teams of contract administrators and developing efficient workstream processes
• Must be a US Citizen
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Self-starter mentality with strong independent judgment and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Deep understanding of contract types, terms, and conditions across a range of vehicles
• Track record of implementing and enforcing policies and procedures at a program or organizational level
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex contractual matters into clear guidance for program teams
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills including proficiency with contracts management systems

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed athttps://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.