Contracts Specialist

Position: Contracts Specialist - 28375
Location: Tobyhanna

Requisition Number: 28375 Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $56,608.00 - $80,000.00 Security Clearance:
None Level of

Experience:

Mid This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5

ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title.

Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description HII – Mission Technologies is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support our team onsite at Tobyhanna Army Depot. This role fwill focus on post‑award contract management, ensuring compliance, documentation accuracy, and effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of contract administration practices. Salary Information:
Salary is based on a number of factors, including experience, education, skill set, internal equity, and market alignment. We are ideally targeting a level 2 applicant. Contracts Specialist 2: $56,608 – $80,868 Contracts Specialist 3: $70,097 – $101,097 Essential

Job Responsibilities Conduct full-spectrum contract administration activities, including proposal preparation, contract negotiation, customer communication, and fulfillment oversight. Review and verify estimates for materials, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepare bids and process specifications, progress reports, and other contractual documentation; maintain accurate historical contract files and data. Advise management and stakeholders regarding contractual rights, obligations, and potential risks.

Support market research efforts and assist in developing Performance Work Statements (PWS) and Justification & Approval (J&A) documents. Participate on or support source selection teams to ensure compliance with acquisition policies and evaluation requirements. Apply expertise in U.S. Federal Contracting, with specific familiarity with Army Contracting Command regulations, policies, and procedures. Administer individual contracts or task orders valued at $10M or more, ensuring proper execution and compliance.

Collaborate effectively with Army Contracting Command personnel and technical Subject Matter Experts to develop requirements and manage contract performance. Monitor contractor performance, track deliverables, process contract modifications, maintain compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and ensure timely issue resolution. Prepare clear, concise, and accurate written documentation, demonstrating strong professional writing skills.

Minimum Qualifications Contracts Specialist 2 requires 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience. Contracts Specialist 3 requires 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or…