Contract Administrator II
About the Role
Provide professional and administrative Contract Administration services to NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida pursuant to standard concepts, practices, and procedures as described within the Federal Acquisition Regulations for pre- and post-award acquisitions. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Works under general supervision; reports to a manager but is also client-facing, supporting one or more civil-servant contracting officers and/or contract specialists. This position operates onsite in Merritt Island, FL.
Seventh Sense will support your commute by contributing over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA.
Responsibilities
Successful candidate will be assigned to support the KSC Office of Procurement as part of the NASA Agency-Wide Acquisition Support Services (AWASS) 2.0 program. Tasks may include cradle-to-grave procurement activities consistent with the regulatory requirements set forth in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, NASA regulations, and KSC organizational procedures, such as:
- Preparing contract files and associated electronic documentation
- Creating procurement actions (e.g., contract, order, modification) for contract execution
- Researching basic acquisition procedures and requirements in the Federal Acquisition Regulations
- Working with files on a SharePoint Site
- Communicating effectively both orally and in writing, in person and through media such as video conferences and teleconferences
Requirements
- Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and 4 years of equivalent experience OR a high school diploma and 8 years of equivalent experience
- Ability to gain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- Mid-level procurement experience
- In-depth working knowledge of one or more federal government writing systems (NASA uses SAP, PPS, and NCMS)
- Ability to quickly grasp procurement terms, methodologies, and processes
- Knowledge and skill in researching basic acquisition procedures and requirements in the Federal Acquisition Regulations
- Proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word
- Excellent writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with NASA systems and processes
- Professional certification in contracting
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting
- PTO and 11 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accident and Critical Care insurance options
Unique Benefits
- Day off to celebrate your birthday
- Day off on your company anniversary date
- Day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice
- Bonus Plan that allows each member to financially benefit from company, team, and individual success
- Peer-to-peer recognition platform
- Professional development opportunities including AI & Data Literacy Skills training and Federal Acquisition training, as well as resources to assist with family life and mental wellbeing
About Us
Seventh Sense is an award-winning company focused on providing federal agencies with "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value". Our teams work with clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a 100% virtually operated Virginia-based company serving multiple clients across the US, and we have been recognized for 3 years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by the Washington Business Journal.