Principal Contracts Administrator

Job Summary

The Principal Contract Administrator is a mid-level position that operates under the direction of a Sr. Manager or Director of Contracts. This role is responsible for activities required to develop, negotiate, administer, and close out contracts and subcontracts for various products and services.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Support the creation, coordination, and submission of proposals in response to customer requirements.
• Ensure proposals align with company policy, commercial standards, and regulatory guidance.
• Apply judgment to interpret customer requirements and identify potential contractual risks during proposal preparation.
• Participate in negotiations with customers and subcontractors.
• Provide interpretation and clarification of contract terms and conditions.
• Protect company interests while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Identify areas requiring negotiation escalation and recommend alternative approaches based on risk assessment.
• Manage and maintain active contracts or subcontracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Maintain performance against contract requirements and obligations.
• Cook with cross-functional teams to ensure timely fulfillment of deliverables.
• Independently resolve contract-related issues by analyzing root causes and coordinating corrective actions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for contract-related communications.
• Support customer engagement throughout execution, modification, and closeout activities.
• Explain complex contractual concepts clearly to both internal stakeholders and customers.
• Interpret contract terms and conditions and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Track obligations, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure proper contract fulfillment.
• Identify and elevate potential performance, compliance, or risk issues.
• Recommend mitigation actions and process improvements when recurring issues are identified.
• Ensure all administrative, financial, and compliance elements are finalized at contract completion.
• Coordinate closeout documentation and reconciliation activities.
• Identify lessons learned and propose updates to templates or processes as appropriate.

Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience)

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration is preferred (Additional 4 years of experience can substitute).
• 6+ years related experience including 2-3 years of international contracts negotiation and administration.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer interactions and internal coordination.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex contract terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to track obligations, deadlines, and documentation.
• Ability to participate in negotiations and communicate company positions clearly.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing proposals, modifications, and compliance documents.
• Ability to identify risk areas, recommend mitigation actions, and escalate issues appropriately.
• Competence in managing multiple contracts simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (program management, legal, finance, engineering, supply chain).
• Strong problem-solving abilities to support resolution of contract performance and compliance issues.
• Ability to maintain positive customer relationships and represent the company professionally.
• Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with contract management tools or ERP systems.
• Ability to uphold ethical standards and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies.

Travel/Physical Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required for training or periodic onsite meetings; otherwise, travel is minimal.
• Role involves primarily sedentary work in an office or workstation environment, including extended periods of computer use.

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid vacation & PTO.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Voluntary benefits available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.

Reasonable Accommodations

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement

• Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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