Contract Administrator

Contract AdministratorROLEWe need an experienced Contract Administrator at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). This role supports the planning, award, administration, and closeout of contracts and task orders under the Blue UAS Cleared List Program, which manages the vetting and approval of commercial drone systems for military and government use. In this role, you will assist with acquisition strategies, market research, and solicitation packages, perform price and cost analyses, support post award contract administration, and maintain audit ready acquisition documentation and contract files. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.Apply today!Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.RESPONSIBILITIESSupports the Government in the planning, award, administration, and closeout of contracts, task orders, and other acquisition instrumentsProvides acquisition planning and contract administration support throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including acquisition strategies, market research, and procurement planningAssists in preparing solicitation packages, developing acquisition documentation, reviewing contractor proposals, and performing price and cost analysesSupports post award contract administration activities, including preparing contract modifications, tracking contract deliverables and milestones, and assisting with contract closeout activitiesMaintains acquisition documentation, contract files, procurement trackers, and milestone schedules to support regulatory compliance and audit readinessProvides acquisition advisory support by researching applicable acquisition laws, regulations, policies, and proceduresPrepares acquisition reports, briefings, procurement metrics, and data calls supporting Government leadership and program managementCoordinates acquisition activities with Government contracting personnel, requiring activities, technical personnel, legal counsel, and financial management personnelBACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree (Business Administration or related degree preferred)Minimum of 5 years of professional Government contracting experience required (10 years highly preferred), showing progressive responsibility across the acquisition lifecycleDeep familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and guidelines, with a strong preference for experience navigating the FAR/RFO and supplements (i.e., DFARS/R-DFARS)Demonstrated experience in pre award and post award contract administration, including preparing solicitation packages, conducting price/cost analysis, drafting contract modifications, and managing formal closeoutsProven ability to establish and maintain highly organized, audit ready official contract files, records, and correspondence logs in accordance with federal records management standardsLOCATIONSan Diego, CA – DCMA FacilityCLEARANCEActive or interim DoW security clearance; favorably adjudicated Tier 3 background investigation requiredMust be a US CitizenCLIENTDefense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Unmanned Systems-Experimental (US-X) commandHOURS40 hours per week8 hours per dayEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATIONEmployment Classification Eligibility – W2RELOCATIONNot eligible for relocation benefitsCOMPENSATIONSalary range: $105,000 – $150,000Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. xhyhwjd Full benefits brochure available for review.