Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator Location: Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA. Responsibilities Administer subcontracts, SOWs, NDAs, and change orders throughout the contract lifecycle, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and audit‑ready. Support the development and maintenance of standard contract templates, filing systems, and administrative processes. Track contract milestones, deliverables, and expiration dates, and proactively flag issues to the Subcontract Manager. Coordinate with Legal, Finance, and Program teams to process change orders, invoices, and contract modifications in a timely manner. Ensure subcontractor payments are processed accurately and on schedule in accordance with contract terms. Monitor subcontractor compliance with contract requirements including regulatory, export control, and security obligations. Maintain organized records and support audit readiness across all subcontract documentation. Assist in tracking subcontract budgets, commitments, and spend against financial plans. Support subcontractor performance tracking by collecting data, maintaining KPI dashboards, and preparing reports for internal stakeholders. Coordinate with Program Management and Engineering to ensure subcontract activities are reflected in program schedules and milestone tracking. Assist in the preparation and issuance of RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitation documents as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. 24 years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or supply chain in an aerospace, defense, or technology environment. Familiarity with contract structures, SOW development, and subcontract lifecycle management. Basic understanding of regulatory requirements including FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and export control compliance. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously. Proficiency in contract management or ERP systems; experience with document management tools a plus. Clear and effective communicator with a collaborative approach to working across teams. Eager to learn, self‑motivated, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced startup environment. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $60,000–$90,000 (may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience). Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401(k), and Parental Leave. This a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA office. #J-18808-Ljbffr