Lead Senior Contracts Administrator

Reference: 85347-370691Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Orlando, FL for a Lead Senior Contracts Administrator to perform various contracts administration activities in support of the business unit. Ensuring department processes and procedures are followed for complete contract life cycle management such as: maintaining complete contract files; reviewing and negotiating modifications; developing and maintaining a contract requirements flow-down matrix; contract compliance; proposal certification; monitor timely submission of data deliverables; and risk mitigation in concert with Program teams as required. Candidate will also be required to support submittal of RFQs and RFPs proposal responses to Government and DoD prime contractors and administer and negotiate contractual award transactions. Maintain Contracts database and other internal systems as required. Participate as a member of program teams and conduct contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contact activities in accordance with contract requirements, company policies, and legal requirements; advise management of contractual rights and obligations. Must be a self-starter, independent thinker, with strong business acumen, excellent customer/communication skills and in-depth professional knowledge and understanding of Government procurement regulations (FAR, DFARS and GSA schedule process), legal, and financial principles as it relates to various contract types.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Ability to interact with internal customers (Senior Management and Program Management Teams) and external customers (Contracting Officers, COTRs), etc.Ability to administer contracts of varying types (CPFF, T&M, FFP, etc.), teaming agreements, consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements, MOUs and other contract related contractual in nature documents.Ability to lead and facilitate negotiations of varying types of proposals and contracts/subcontracts with customers and suppliers in accordance with company requirements and federal procurement guidelines.Ability to lead and facilitate support to proposal development teams of varying sizes, including interpretation of solicitation contractual terms and conditions requirements.The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as well as be proactive in ensuring timely resolution of required or necessary actions.Ability to utilize in-depth professional knowledge of contracts, concepts, business acumen, and company objectives to develop creative and effective solutions to contractual/program issues.BenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance CoverageLife/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance401(k) Savings PlanEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Paid Time-Off (PTO)HolidaysEducation Reimbursement