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Contracts Administrator
| Company | Shield AI |
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| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
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| Salary | $98000 – $148000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, or a related field and 4-7 years of equivalent experience in contracts administration, preferably in a defense contracting environment providing cradle-to-grave contract administration support for CPFF, CPFF LOE, FFP and T&M government contracts.
- Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and government procurement processes.
- Experience negotiating terms and conditions and managing government contracts.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as support multiple stakeholders in a rapid pace environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- US citizenship is required with an active Top-Secret Clearance.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and other agreements to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Administer government contracts, including monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and managing modifications or amendments.
- Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigating strategies.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting and documentation of contract-related activities.
- Collaborate with legal, finance, and project teams to address contractual issues and resolve disputes.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and other applicable regulations.
- Understanding of and ability to identify and assert appropriate data rights in technical data or computer software.
- Support proposal development, including preparing relevant contract documentation and other supporting documents necessary for submitting a compliant proposal.
- Maintain organized records of all contract-related documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Business Administration or a related field
- Certification in Contracts Management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM, or similar)
- Experience with software development contracts and software licensing instruments
