Government Contracts Coordinator - Aerospace & Defense

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a growing manufacturer in Starkville, MS that supports both commercial and government programs. They're looking for a Government Contracts Coordinator to support contract administration, compliance, proposals, customer portals, supplier flow-downs, and documentation tied to aerospace and defense manufacturing programs.

This is a great fit for someone with 3+ years of contracts experience who understands FAR, DFARS, ITAR, purchase orders, contract terms, and government/commercial agreements and wants to grow in a hands-on contracts role.

What You'll Be Doing

• Review customer contracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, purchase orders, and terms and conditions.
• Summarize contract risks, key requirements, and potential issues for senior contracts leadership.
• Support contract modifications, amendments, change orders, approvals, and closeout documentation.
• Maintain organized contract files for compliance, audits, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Update customer portals and ERP systems to support order processing and contract tracking.
• Assist with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and federal compliance documentation.
• Support supplier flow-down requirements and subcontract documentation.
• Help with RFPs, RFQs, proposal documents, compliance matrices, and pricing coordination.
• Partner with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations to track deliverables, milestones, funding, and payment terms.

What They're Looking For

• 3+ years of contract administration experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Experience with government contracts, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or federal programs preferred.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, fixed-price contracts, and cost-reimbursable contracts.
• Strong Excel, Microsoft Office, ERP, and customer portal experience.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to review contract language and explain key points clearly to internal teams.

Why You'll Want This Role

• $90,000-$100,000 salary range
• Work in the aerospace and defense industry
• Gain hands-on exposure to government contracts, FAR, DFARS, ITAR, proposals, and supplier flow-downs
• Join a smaller team where your work has real visibility and impact
• Strong growth path for someone building a career in contracts, compliance, proposals, or business operations