Contract Administrator

Summary of the Role:

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Contract Administrator (Contracts, Principal Specialist) to partner with a global leader in the aerospace industry. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in managing complex contracts and proposals that drive innovation and compliance. Your expertise will ensure seamless negotiations and execution, impacting projects that shape the future of aerospace technology.

• Job Type: Full-time;
  Consultant (12 Months)
• Location:
  
  Rockford, IL 61125
• Schedule:
  
  Monday to Friday, First Shift (8 AM – 5 PM)
• Pay Rate: $38.49 per hour

• Draft, interpret, and manage large, multifaceted proposals and contracts to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer schedules.
• Review and negotiate contracts within agreed parameters, including government procurement and cost control guidelines.
• Oversee compliance with contractual obligations and advise on legal issues related to contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support negotiations and execute agreements promptly.
• Prepare reports and legal documentation for internal review and approval.
• Participate in meetings to communicate contractual requirements across business units.
• Manage customer interfaces and resolve issues impacting contract administration.
• Prepare recurring contract status/progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead small projects, including CORE initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR
• Advanced degree with 3 years of experience OR
• In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies:
  1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or
  2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

• Experience in contract management or related field
• Aerospace industry experience
• Familiarity with FAR and DFAR regulations
• Government contracting experience, including proposal writing and negotiations
• SAP and Excel proficiency
• MBA, Legal, or related advanced degree preferred
• Experience with customer-facing negotiations and various agreement types (NDAs, MOAs, licenses, etc.)

Pay Details: $38.49 per hour. Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Veterans/Disabled/Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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