Senior Contract Administrator

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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high‑resolution surveillance systems.

This position reports to the Senior Manager Contracts, MQ‑9 Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and acts as a bridge between the company and the United States Air Force MQ‑9B FMS Program Office. The incumbent works closely in a cross‑functional team environment including Program Management, Accounting & Finance, Compliance, Supply Chain and Subcontracts, supporting face‑to‑face interactions across the FMS stakeholder community. The role is located at the GA‑ASI Operating Location in Poway, California.

• Under consultative direction, support one or more business units in the management of contracts.
• Lead proposal generation, contract review, negotiation, and administration, and provide customer interface to ensure contract administration follows company policy.
• Review, interpret, recommend, and negotiate contractual terms and conditions, and develop policies, procedures, and standard practices to ensure objectives and timetables are met.
• Oversee contract lifecycle from inception to close‑out, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Represent the organization as the primary administrative contact on assigned contracts.
• Review bids and proposals to ensure they meet company policy and customer solicitation requirements; determine applicability of complex government laws, including FAR and other regulations.
• Identify contract issues and respond to complex inquiries while providing leadership in developing innovative solutions.
• Negotiate and modify both standard and non‑standard contracts, including non‑disclosure, teaming, license, and CRADA/OTA/Bailment agreements.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations, providing interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Participate in cost and pricing reviews with program management and customer representatives (may require travel).
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on contracts, including export considerations.
• Maintain, analyze, update, and develop various electronic and hard‑copy records (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OnBase, SAP, SharePoint).
• Make internal and external presentations as required and act as primary contact with customers and outside organizations.
• Provide direction to professional or technical staff on contract matters.
• Participate in the selection, development, and training of contract staff.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and applicable obligations wherever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Conduct senior‑level leadership briefing to provide an in‑depth update on current status of the contract.
• Represent GA‑ASI in the utmost professional manner at all times, ensuring actions and communications reflect the organization’s high standards and values.
• Additional functions and special assignments leading and representing Contracts for the Enterprise.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in contract administration or a related discipline, along with ten or more years of progressive professional experience in contract administration. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations, and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • The ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of unusually complex problems.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences.
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, senior managers, customers and other senior external parties.
  • The ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases.
  • The ability to lead less experienced professional employees.
  • Excellent computer skills; working knowledge of SAP desirable.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.
• Preferred to have Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of Major Weapon Systems (MWS) contracting experience.
• Preferred experience establishing Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts (FAR 16).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance is required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Type: Full‑Time Salary: 89,180 – 155,825. (

Location:

Poway, CA)