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Contracts Administrator - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Falls Church
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ190175

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Contracts Administration

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Communication, Contract Administration, Contract Management, Negotiation, Organizing
Certifications:
None
Experience:
2 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

We are GDIT. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important.

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. GDIT is currently seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our team. The candidate is expected to have extensive experience in managing a full range of contracts in support of the U.S. Department of Defense.

HOW A CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

  • Administers contracts and/or subcontracts, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, certification, financial reporting, and product delivery for major contracts
  • Negotiates contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations
  • Coordinates approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff
  • Provides advice and interpretation of contract requirements
  • Reviews solicitation requests and GDIT proposal volumes to identify risk areas and ensure compliance with terms and conditions
  • Active participant on proposal team which includes pricing and scheduling strategy, coordination of requirements, and proposal risk assessment
  • Participates in program reviews, status briefings and customer interaction whenever the contracting officer is involved
  • Coordinates with program managers and all matrixed organizations to ensure contract requirements are fulfilled
  • Maintains, updates and communicates bid and proposal information
  • May provide guidance and work leadership to less-experienced contract administrators
  • Maintains current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices
  • Participates and offers opinions on proposal and program strategy
  • Initiates and maintains an extensive network of communication with contracting specialists/officers
  • Participates in special projects as required

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree. In lieu of degree, 6+ years of related experience in contracts administration required.
  • Experience: 2+ years of related experience in contracts administration
  • Required Skills and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, and processes involved in contract administration. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, terms, conditions, and policies governing assigned contracts, including FAR and applicable Agency Supplements, and CAS. Effective administrative and organizational skills. Effective communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to operate and negotiate independently. Problem solving skills. Extensive GDIT business acumen.
  • Required Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
  • Security Clearance Level: None required
  • Location: This role requires working onsite at our GDIT facility in Falls Church, VA
  • U.S. Persons required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

The likely salary range for this position is $57,866 - $77,050. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Who We Are Looking For 

General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

Should I Apply?

At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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