A well-established defense electronics research and development company, located in Carson, CA, that supports government and defense industry clients is seeking a skilled Contracts Administrator to join their team. This role is ideal for a self-starting professional with a foundation in contract review, negotiation, and proposal development—particularly who thrive in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the main point of contact for customers
Receive, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including NDAs, PIAs, purchase orders, and government agreements
Manage customer RFPs and RFQs, ensuring proposals meet client needs while protecting business interests
Support Engineering by preparing proposals, setting up customer meetings, and reviewing technical documents to support contract negotiations.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality Departments to assess purchase order terms and conditions.
Prepare summaries of risk terms and provide guidance during contract negotiations
Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to ensure alignment with contractual obligations
Maintain organized and up-to-date contract files and documentation
Track amendments, escalations, and ongoing compliance requirements
Track customer metrics and manage customer portals
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in contracts administration processes
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience in a related field)
At least 3 years of experience with government, defense, and commercial contracts in a product manufacturing setting
Aerospace industry experience strongly preferred
Working knowledge of FARS, DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and other U.S. government contracting regulations
Strong negotiation, analysis, and communication skills
Strong proposal writing and technical writing skills are essential.
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to handle multiple projects with minimal supervision and shifting priorities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year, flexibility depending on experience
Benefits:
401(k)
95% paid Dental insurance
95% paid Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Schedule:
Ten Hour Days
Monday through Thursday
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