MAG Aerospace

Senior Contracts Administrator

MAG Aerospace$85K — $100K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in contract administration and negotiations.
  • Experience with various contract types including GSA schedules and IDIQs.
  • Hands-on experience in risk identification and mitigation strategies.
  • In-depth knowledge of U.S. Government procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS).
  • Ability to maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a team environment.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Administer full lifecycle management of contracts and subcontracts.
  • Lead proposal activities, assessing financial and business risks.
  • Advise management on contractual obligations and risk mitigation.
  • Maintain logs and trackers for contract activities and generate reports.
  • Coordinate internal reviews and approvals for proposals and contracts.
  • Communicate company policies and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Serve as the primary contact for all contractual matters with clients.
  • Negotiate contract terms thoroughly from proposal to closeout.
  • Coordinate subcontractor documentation and compliance with audit guidelines.
  • Review contract flow-down requirements to minimize liability.
  • Process contract documentation including amendments and funding.

Benefits

  • Health, life, and disability insurance options.
  • Financial and retirement benefit programs.
  • Paid leave and professional development opportunities.
  • Tuition assistance for further education.
  • Access to a robust Total Rewards package for all eligible employees.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

A Senior Contracts Administrator, under general direction, independently performs a full range of complex duties with primary emphasis on ensuring that contractual relationships between the company, its government customers, and subcontractors conform to SBA requirements, FAR/DFARS regulations, company objectives, and applicable state and federal laws. This position is responsible for creating, revising, reviewing, negotiating, and overseeing federally funded contracts held by the company.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Administer cradletograve management of assigned contracts and subcontracts, including contract modifications; ensuring compliance with prime contract requirements; preparing proposals; and negotiating contract terms with existing or prospective clients.
  • Independently lead and support proposal activities, including analyzing solicitations, preparing summaries, and developing strategies and recommendations with attention to financial and business risk. Participate in proposal team meetings, prepare terms, conditions, and assumptions, review technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conduct risk analyses, and prepare proposal documents for submission to the customer.
  • Advise management on contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives, and business strategies.
  • Maintain logs, trackers, and other data for contract activity and generate reports as required. Ensure timely processing of technical and financial deliverables for monthly and quarterly reporting.
  • Coordinate with other company functions to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted; schedule reviews; and obtain necessary approvals and signatures prior to proposal submission or contract execution.
  • Adhere to and communicate contract policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and performance standards.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and customers for all contractual matters on assigned contracts and related agreements, including Proprietary Information Agreements and other business documents.
  • Lead negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage through project closeout in accordance with applicable regulations and collaborate with customers to definitize and complete contracts.
  • Coordinate with subcontractors on contractual documentation, modifications, customer requests, and other subcontract matters. Maintain contract files in compliance with CPSR requirements and DCAA/DCMA audit guidelines.
  • Develop or review prime contract and subcontract flowdown documents to ensure compliance with requirements and minimize company liability.
  • Perform all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order processing, including accuracy of data entry, contract funding, scope changes, amendments, delivery schedules, legal requirements, and other commitments.
  • Prepare, track, and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
  • Assist HR, Finance, and Procurement departments in fulfilling contractual agreements.

 

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in contract administration, subcontract administration, negotiations, and leading/supporting proposals.
  • Experience with various contract types, including fixedprice, timeandmaterials, costreimbursable, and GSA schedules, including GWACs, BPAs, rapid response IDIQs, and Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs).
  • Handson experience in identifying and categorizing risk, FAR 9.5 organizational conflict of interest (OCI) terms, and developing mitigation strategies as needed.
  • Indepth knowledge and working understanding of the U.S. Government acquisition and procurement environment, commercial contracting methods, FAR/DFARS, and related regulations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.
  • Ability to operate with minimal supervision in a fastpaced, teamoriented environment.
  • Must be able to work in person at a MAG facility at least two days per week.

 

Clearance

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

 

Education

  • Bachelors degree preferred in finance, accounting, or business administration. Equivalent professional experience will be considered.

 

Desired Experience and Certifications

  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint project setup.
  • Top Secret clearance.
  • Proficiency with MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, OneNote).
  • Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), or a contract management certificate from an accredited institution.
  • Detailand processoriented approach to portfolio management with demonstrated knowledge of effective project management strategies and tools.
  • Ability to interact professionally and productively at all levels.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and followup skills.
  • Located in Fairfax, VA or the surrounding Washington, DC area.

 

Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidates ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits and CompensationAt MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.

About MAG Aerospace

MAG Aerospace is a leading provider of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions to government and commercial customers. The company offers a wide range of services, including manned and unmanned aerial surveillance, training and support, and technical services. MAG Aerospace has a global presence, with operations in the United States, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The company is committed to providing innovative and reliable solutions to its customers while also promoting safety and ethical behavior. MAG Aerospace has received numerous awards and recognitions for its outstanding performance and contributions to the industry.
Learn more about MAG Aerospace
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2010
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