Contract Administration Specialist 4

Contract Administration Specialist 4

Date: Apr 30, 2026

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 1687 Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00 Location: ULA - Denver Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available Travel Requirements: 10%

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

ULA provides premier, heavy-lift expendable launch vehicle services in support of a variety of customers, including Commercial companies, the US Space Force, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and NASA. The Contracts Administrator serves as primary interface with external customers and conducts contract activities to provide proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and U.S. Government acquisition regulations and requirements. In support of prime contract arrangements, there is also a significant amount of interface with internal customers on proposal development and contract negotiations, execution, and administration. You will participate within the Acquisition Services group, an agile team that operates in a dynamic environment. The nature of work requires exercising prudent judgment, sound and strategic decision making, and analytical skills to determine the manner and operational steps necessary to perform tasks within professional standards. The Contracts Administrator will:

• Manage ULA's contracts with commercial customers, such as Amazon and Boeing, as well as US Government customers to provide overall life-cycle contract administration and all administrative support activities such as proposal development, negotiation support, external correspondence drafting and finalization, invoicing, and support of the mission team and customer.
• Lead, conduct, and participate in front-end contract discussions with customers and conduct strategic assessments of business pursuits and proposal preparation.
• Proactively develop solutions to address gaps in negotiation positions and shape paths to closure.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including the legal department, to identify contractual and program risks, recommend mitigation strategies, ensure alignment with company policies, and ensure agreements protect the organization's interests while enabling business objectives.
• Interface closely with in-house counsel to manage and communicate risks.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations, as well as means to mitigate contractual/program risks; compile and analyze data; and maintain historical information.
• Participate in change activities to include, but not limited to, change boards, reviews, estimates/proposals and a myriad of other activities in support of the contract/program.
• Maintain well organized internal contract logs (correspondence, invoicing, change orders, etc.).
• Support internal and external audits, as necessary, and ensure contract administration activities are compliant with internal policies and standards.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor Required Years of Experience Minimum of 6 years of related work experience Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration, or related field of study from an accredited college or university. A minimum of 6 years of experience working in a legal and/or corporate office environment. Experience with commercial Firm Fixed Price Contracts, ideally within the aerospace and defense industry. Experience working with legal counsel and cross-functional business teams. Knowledge of commercial contracting and ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to navigate an ambiguous environment. Impeccable attention to detail, passion for driving change, and ability to look at big picture. Engages in a variety of tasks ranging from recurring tasks to those calling for judgment and independent initiative. Self-starter and complex problem solver, especially with issues requiring ingenuity and innovation. Demonstrated leadership qualities.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior law firm experience. Business environment exposure Business Law OR Contract Law, OR Contract Management may include college course work, internships, or prior work experience.

Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only):

$102,821.00 - $171,368.00 Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

What makes ULA different? Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels. We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including: 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees Generous paid time off Flexible work environments Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off. Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information). ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster ( English / Spanish ) and Right to Work Poster ( English / Spanish ). Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted