Senior Contracts Administrator

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Contracts Administrator leading contracting proposal preparation and administration for New Glenn's U.S. Government and commercial activities.

Posted 7/19/2026full-timeKent • Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $124,476 - $174,265 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in U.S. Government and commercial contract administration, with a strong focus on compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and related standards. Capable of mentoring junior staff and standardizing processes to enhance efficiency in contract management.

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U.S. Government Contract AdministrationFederal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)Contractual GuidanceMentoring and Coaching

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Hard Skills

Contract CreationContract AdministrationProposal PreparationDeliverable TrackingStandardized Template DevelopmentData Deliverable MonitoringContractual Obligation ManagementProcess StandardizationAutomation ImplementationB2B Contracting

Soft Skills

CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationMentoringCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Contract Management ToolsDocumentation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ContractingCommercial ContractingCost Accounting StandardsSubcontractingNew Glenn

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contracting team lead for U.S. Government and commercial contracting proposal preparation, tracking and transmittal of deliverables.
Draft and receive customer correspondence through the development of standardized templates and responses.
Provide contractual guidance on government and commercial contracting issues and ensure requirements are communicated and understood throughout the organization.
Initiate communications with cross-functional counterparts to track data deliverables, monitor contractual obligations, and prepare documentation.
Provide guidance on adherence to internal policies, procedures, and tools relating to customer contract administration.
Standardize processes and use automation when practical and appropriate.
Mentor and coach junior contract administrators who will assist you on New Glenn.
Occasional travel for meeting support may be required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years direct experience in the creation and administration of U.S. Government and commercial contracts.
TS/SCI security clearance preferred; in lieu of an active security clearance, the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance is required.
Experience with U.S. Government contracting to include Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), NASA FAR Supplement, Cost Accounting Standards, etc.
Experience in commercial contracting including business-to-business (B2B) and as a subcontractor to a U.S. Government prime.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.