Senior Contracts Administrator

Location:

Bridgeton, MO, US, 63044 NC, US PA, US GA, US MN, US OK, US TX, US AL, US AZ, US DE, US AR, US SC, US CT, US IN, US IL, US OH, US FL, US

Job

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Senior Contracts Administrator. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or remote schedule. This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of Government and Commercial contracts, including proposal development and submission, contract negotiation, and ongoing administration. The position ensures all contractual documents align with company policies, meet applicable government specifications and requirements, and accurately reflect identified risks or areas of concern.

It provides strategic contractual guidance to Integrated Product Teams, responds to inquiries related to contract obligations or modifications, prepares and submits compliant Truthful Cost or Pricing Data proposals, negotiates terms and conditions, monitors contract performance, and ensures consistent adherence to contractual requirements.

• Administer and monitor contract performance on major government contracts
• Conduct the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
• Responsible for reviewing contract solicitation terms, handling contract award confirmations, interpreting agreement terms and conditions and identifying potential issues, reviewing agreement amendments / modifications and incorporating changes
• Review contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements, identify risks and areas of concern on contract terms and conditions and provide contractual advice, guidance and support to the Contract Lead/Program and Operations Managers
• Respond to inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions
• Provide fulfillment of contract deliverables, billings and cash collections
• Conduct proposal preparation for customer requirements
• Prepare and analyze major price proposals
• Participate in TINA implementation/sweeps
• Negotiate terms and conditions
• Monitor contract performance and cost controls and ensure compliance with contract terms
• Prepare teaming agreements, MOUs, MOAs, and domestic and international consultant/sales representative agreements and other contractual agreements
• Prepare contractual documents, including the preparation of contract terms and conditions, and assemble contract documentation package
• Participate in management review of proposals/contracts and in the conduct of program reviews
• Assist in the preparation of export license applications
• Assist with subcontract negotiation and management
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend DRS’ mission, values and culture
• Maintain effective internal and external customer relations
• Perform special projects as requested

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience administering Prime US Government contracts, FMS contracts, and/or Commercial contracts
• NCMA Certified Contracts Professional (CFCM, CPCM) preferred
• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
• Strong understanding of contract/purchase order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process including sole source and competitive procurements
• Comprehensive knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use
• Advanced knowledge of government intellectual property (IP)/ software and data rights clauses and IP marking guidelines
• Advanced knowledge of source selection/evaluation process including cost and price analysis
• Knowledge of requirements for and experienced in administration of government property
• Detailed knowledge of government contract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention
• Detailed knowledge and thorough understanding of proper drafting, negotiation and use of contracts,…