Senior Contracts Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Missouri.

📋 Description

• Assist in the development of proposals, which includes preparing and analyzing pricing proposals, engaging in TINA sweeps, and participating in proposal and program evaluations.

• Oversee and track performance and cost compliance for significant government contracts.

• Negotiate and manage agreements with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and partners.

• Review, draft, and interpret solicitations, awards, amendments, modifications, and terms and conditions.

• Identify potential risks and ensure adherence to company, customer, and government standards.

• Provide contractual advice to Contract Leads, Program Managers, and Operations Managers.

• Address inquiries related to contractual obligations, revisions, and compliance issues.

• Prepare and oversee contractual deliverables, billing processes, and cash collections.

• Draft and negotiate teaming agreements, MOUs/MOAs, as well as domestic and international consultant or sales representative agreements.

• Compile complete contract documentation packages.

• Assist in the preparation of export license applications.

• Support subcontract negotiations and manage ongoing subcontract arrangements.

• Foster strong relationships with both internal and external customers.

• Promote, communicate, uphold, and advocate for DRS’ mission, values, and culture.

• Carry out special projects as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• Over 5 years of experience in U.S. government contract administration and negotiation.

• Preferred NCMA Certified Contracts Professional (CPCM) certification and NCMA membership.

• In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).

• Strong comprehension of contract/purchase order terms and conditions, along with government contracting procedures, including sole source and competitive procurements.

• Extensive understanding of various contract types including FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, and IDIQ, as well as their appropriate applications.

• Advanced knowledge of government intellectual property/software and data rights clauses, including IP marking guidelines.

• Proficient knowledge of source selection/evaluation methods, encompassing cost and price analysis.

• Familiarity with administering government property requirements.

• Thorough understanding of government contract administration, covering subcontract flow-downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out, and records retention.

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in drafting, negotiating, and utilizing contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, teaming agreements, and other agreements.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Experience in briefing, negotiating, and reviewing contracts/agreements.

• Proven experience in monitoring contracts/subcontracts of increasing complexity and value.

• General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonuses.

• Equity awards.

• Overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable.

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).

• Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

• State-mandated paid sick leave.

• Parental leave benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Support for professional development.

• Life and disability insurance coverage.

• Company contributions to a health savings account.

• Telemedicine services.

• Legal insurance.

• Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.

• Flexible work schedules.

• 9/80 work program.

• Competitive vacation policies.

• Health/emergency leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Community service hours.

• Limited benefits available for certain employees.