Senior Contracts Administrator

Noblis MSD is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator with experience supporting DoD contracts; specific experience supporting NAVY, NIWC Pacific and Atlantic is desired.  Under limited direction, this position requires the ability to administer, extend, negotiate, close and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts. Areas of responsibility include RFP review, proposal preparation, proposal/pricing review, negotiation, contract review to include risk recognition and coauthoring of contracts to ensure high probability of smooth contract execution. Reviews, interprets, recommends, and negotiates contractual terms and conditions and interprets established policies, procedures, and standard practices to develop proactive plans to ensure contract activities achieve desired objectives and timetables.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Identifying contract issues and providing leadership recommendations for possible solutions
• Participating in and leading negotiating and modifying standard contracts and assisting in negotiating and modifying non-standard contracts/subcontracts
• Reviewing, drafting as necessary, and negotiating terms and conditions of non-disclosure, teaming, license, and memorandum of understanding agreements
• Advising management of contractual rights and obligations and providing interpretation of terms and conditions
• Maintaining an awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on contracts/subcontracts, including export considerations
• Maintaining, analyzing, updating, and developing various electronic and hard copy records
• Making internal presentations and acting as a contact with customers and outside organizations
• Being responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
• Demonstrating detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial/international contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract/subcontract management and leadership skills

The preferred candidate must possess a solid foundation of knowledge and be proficient in the proposal process and the management of contracts throughout the life cycle.  Candidate must also possess an understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).  The Contracts Administrator should also possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized. Basic qualifications for this position are listed below.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent + 5 years of experience
  • OR Associate’s + 8 years OR High School + 11 years
• Experience reviewing bids and proposals to ensure they meet company policy and customer solicitation requirements.
• Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and FAR supplements.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, develop and produce a wide range of contract and subcontract documentation (such as NDA, Teaming Agreements (TAs), Terms and Conditions, government regulations, SF33s, etc...).
• Demonstrated ability to review procurement documentation for compliance with company policies and procedures and CPSR guidelines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with a minimal amount of direct supervision.
• Extensive Knowledge of MS Office applications (Microsoft, PowerPoint, Excel).
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.

• 7+ years of progressive professional experience specifically in contract administration.
• Active secret clearance preferred.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.