Sr. Contract Administrator

Overview:The Sr. Contract Administrator is responsible for full life-cycle contract administration; is the point of contact with clients and subcontractors and must ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), contractual requirements as well as internal system policies and procedures. Responsibilities:Manage US Government and commercial client contracts Manage US Government and commercial domestic and international suppliers contractual documents Interface in a collaborative coordinated effort with company management, project personnel to ensure successful contract execution May prepare contractual documents (NDAs, subcontracts and consulting agreements) Prepare regular reports Maintain contract files and systems Ensure regulatory, policy, and procedural compliance In summary, perform "cradle to grave" contract management Qualifications:BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Engineering 6-10 years of experience/expertise in US Government contracts and defense industry Demonstrated negotiation skills, attention to detail, excellent organization and multi-tasking skills and ability to develop collaborative working relationships Understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards for US Government contracting Excellent oral and written communication skills Desired Skills:Prior experience with Deltek Accounting System (incl. Procurement module) Experience in aviation industry and FMS NCMA certification Special Considerations:Additional working hours/overtime as required. May travel nationally and internationally on short notice. Certifications:Existing security clearance not required. Applicants selected could be subject to a government security investigation and therefore must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information - US Citizenship required. AgustaWestland is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.     Company: AgustaWestland North America Location: Reston, VA 20190 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Legal Relevant Work Experience: 7+ to 10 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Occupations: Contracts Administration Industry: Aerospace and Defense Company: AgustaWestland North America Email: Apply by Email