Contracts Administrator

Intellisense Systems, Inc. is a privately held company with a proven track record of developing and deploying innovative products that successfully operate in the most extreme environments. We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets. We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications.

We're looking for a Contracts Administrator to support one or more of ISI's operating divisions - working alongside an experienced contracts staff on a focused portfolio of government programs. Level and title will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience.

Torrance, CA (Onsite)

• Prepare and submit contract volumes for competitive proposals, including ground rules and assumptions and data rights assertions
• Interface with government Contracting Officers and prime contractor procurement personnel throughout the proposal and negotiation process

• Negotiate and execute contract awards; set up and maintain awarded contracts in Deltek Costpoint
• Review prime contract terms and ensure appropriate FAR/DFARS clauses and data rights provisions are flowed down to subcontractors and vendors
• Review new contracts and solicitations for ITAR/EAR implications; coordinate with ISI's export compliance function as needed
• Administer FFP and CPFF contracts post-award, including contract modifications. Activities will include establishing payment terms, initiating, and monitoring invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.
• Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading the change management process
• Job responsibilities within our organization are dynamic. This may not be a complete list of duties. Other responsibilities may be assigned by your supervisor or upper management at any time.

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Bachelor's degree
• 3-5 years of contract or general business-related experience (Contracts Administrator); 5+ years of government contract administration experience, including proposal support and negotiation leadership (Senior Contracts Administrator)
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and FFP/CPFF contract types required for the Senior Contracts Administrator level
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface professionally with government and prime contractor personnel

• Day-to-day mentorship and collaboration with ISI's seasoned contracts staff
• Exposure to a broad range of defense programs and contract vehicles
• Leadership that equips employees with the tools they need to be successful
• Innovative use of AI in contracting and program support

$75,000 - $145,000 (However, base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience)

• 4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day)
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 100% employer matching up to 4% of salary (no vesting period)
• Multiple options for Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance plans
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance (30% of Tuition with a minimum qualifying grade)
• 100% Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 100% Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• 100% Paid Workers Compensation Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance

The unique culture at Intellisense offers the entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company with the support and expertise of a larger organization. We are looking for individuals that have a wide breadth of experience while also being subject matter experts in their respective field. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact us by phone at  or by email at

Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Intellisense Systems, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally…