Overview
nLogic is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our team in Huntsville, AL.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator with experience in DoD contracting to manage the lifecycle of prime and subcontract agreements. You will partner with Program Management, Finance, Capture/BD, and Supply Chain to ensure compliant, timely, and accurate contract formation, execution, and closeout. The ideal candidate understands FAR/DFARS, government procurement methods, and defense-specific requirements (e.g., cybersecurity, export controls, flowdowns), and can navigate negotiations to balance risk, compliance, and business objectives.
Responsibilities
* Contract Formation & Review
o Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, TAs, prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and modifications.
o Structure and review agreements across FFP, T&M/LH, CPFF, CPIF, IDIQ/Task Orders, and OTAs as applicable.
o Ensure incorporation and compliance with FAR/DFARS clauses, statutory/regulatory flowdowns, and company policies.
* Compliance & Risk Management
o Ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, DoD supplement, and agency-specific regs (e.g., DCMA, DCAA impacts).
o Support CMMC and NIST SP 800‑171 requirements tied to DFARS 252.204‑7012/7020/7021.
o Manage export controls (ITAR/EAR), jurisdiction/classification, technical data restrictions, and license coordination with Trade Compliance.
o Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks: data rights/IP, OCI, limitation of funds/cost, TAA/Berry Amendment, mandatory flowdowns, and insurance/indemnity.
* Lifecycle Management
o Maintain contract files, obligations, deliverables, CDRLs/SDRLs, and key dates (options, funding, POP).
o Process and track REAs, equitable adjustments, scope changes, and modifications.
o Support invoice alignment with terms (e.g., progress/milestone billing, WAWF/iRAPT acceptance).
o Drive compliant closeout activities (final releases, property disposition, patent/IP, final indirect rate settlements).
* Pricing & Negotiation Support
o Collaborate with Capture/BD on RFP/RFQ analysis, assumptions/exceptions, and risk registers.
o Support basis-of-estimate, cost/price narratives, and certified cost or pricing data when applicable (FAR Part 15/TINA).
o Prepare negotiation strategies and lead or support negotiations with Government and prime/subcontractors.
* Supplier/Subcontract Management
o Draft and administer compliant subcontracts with proper FAR/DFARS flowdowns, small business subcontracting plans, and DPAS/priority ratings as applicable.
o Coordinate with SCM on competitive sourcing, source justifications, and commercial item determinations.
* Governance & Process Improvement
o Maintain CLM/system data integrity (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Unison/Prism).
o Support CPSR readiness and audit responses; contribute to SOPs, templates, playbooks, and training.
o Provide contract terms interpretation and advisory support to program teams.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Contracts, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or related field; or equivalent experience.
* 3–5 years of hands-on DoD/USG contracts administration experience (prime and/or subs).
* Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, FAR Part 12/15, contract types, and standard DoD procurement methods (IDIQ/TO/POPs).
* Experience with export controls (ITAR/EAR) and defense data rights/IP considerations.
* Familiarity with DFARS cybersecurity clauses (e.g., 252.204‑7012/7020/7021) and NIST SP 800‑171 implications.
* Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent written and verbal communication; adept at stakeholder engagement and negotiation.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience supporting CPSR environments and government audits (DCMA/DCAA).
* Background with cost/price analysis (e.g., price realism, cost realism, commercial item determination).
* Knowledge of small business subcontracting plans and reporting; experience with SBIR/STTR a plus.
* Hands-on with CLM and ERP tools (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Unison/Prism, Salesforce).
* NCMA certification (CFCM, CPCM) or DAWIA-equivalent training.
* Experience with OTA agreements, data rights negotiations, and IP strategy in a defense context.
* Prior work with WAWF/iRAPT, SAM.gov, eSRS, and FSRS reporting.
Work Conditions
* Work Model: On-site
* Work Hours: Standard
Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen. This is a full-time position on-site in Huntsville, AL.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and additional supplemental benefits, such as professional development support.
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