Contracts Administrator I

AeroVironment is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator I, Associate to join a mission-focused corporate operations team. This role provides essential administrative support to the Contracts Department, ensuring accurate data entry and document management across multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry for new contracts, modifications, and order management records.
• Upload and maintain contract documents, quotes, and modification summaries in Fusion.
• Create and update WAWF acceptance entries.
• Monitor automated sales orders and resolve errors through coordination with cross-functional departments.
• Support rapid turnaround of ad hoc contract updates tied to shipments or customer amendments.
• Provide consistent documentation of entries for audit and reporting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Prior experience in an aerospace/defense/government contracting environment is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with some guidance, while being proactive and organized.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and data quality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP/CRM systems a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• 10% travel required, depending on work location.

Qualifications

• Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) certification (desired).
• Experience with systems such as Unanet, Oracle Fusion, Technomile, or SalesForce (desired).

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (constant).
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $22 - $33 per hour. AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including location, role responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills.

This position requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR compliance. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) or be eligible for an export license. Some roles may require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.

About AV

AeroVironment is a premier autonomous systems company delivering breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. Founded by innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of unmanned systems, with seven platforms in the Smithsonian. We hire the curious, the relentless, and the mission-obsessed to build technology that shapes the future of defense and protects those who serve.