Contracts Administrator

Overview

System High protects critical national security programs and technologies with proactive, full-lifecycle protection. From early-stage R&D to operational execution, we work alongside our customers to ensure their missions are protected from start to finish.

We are looking for a Contracts Administrator to join our growing Contracts team. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow your expertise in federal contracting, this is a strong opportunity to deepen your skills while supporting meaningful work. You ll play a key role in helping ensure our contracts stay compliant, accurate, and aligned with our mission.

In this role, you ll support the full contract lifecycle while learning from experienced Contracts professionals. You will:

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and organizing contract documentation, including NDAs, subcontracts, modifications, and other related agreements
• Track contract deliverables, funding levels, and key deadlines
• Support the proposal process by assisting with document collection, formatting, and submission coordination
• Help maintain accurate, audit-ready contract files and contract management systems
• Coordinate internally with Business Development, Finance, Program Management, and Security to ensure contract terms and timelines are understood and fulfilled
• Assist with annual reporting requirements, contract closeout documentation and compliance tracking
• Review contracts for basic compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other relevant regulations under supervision

• Gain working knowledge of System High s contract portfolio, processes, and regulatory framework
• Take responsibility for tracking deliverables and maintaining organized, accurate contract records for our subcontract portfolio
• Support at least one proposal submission or contract modification effort from start to finish

Must Haves:

• 1 to 5 years of experience in U.S. government contracting
• Familiarity with FAR and DFARS regulations and contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M)
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a desire to learn

Nice to Haves:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
• Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community contracts
• Prior experience working with contract management systems or compliance tools
• Bachelor s degree in Business, Legal Studies, Government, or a related field

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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