Senior Contracts Administrator

About the role

At MTSI, our people come first, mission‑focused work matters, and integrity guides everything we do. We are seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator who brings deep contracting expertise, strong judgment, and a collaborative mindset to support a wide range of government programs. In this role you will drive contract strategy, manage complex government agreements, and serve as a trusted advisor to internal teams and external partners. The position operates with autonomy, contributes to process improvement, and helps shape the evolving contracts function at MTSI. U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of government contracts, including drafting, negotiating, modifying, and executing agreements.
• Ensure full compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other federal requirements.
• Evaluate proposals, analyze vendor capabilities, and support competitive assessments.
• Negotiate terms and conditions to achieve favorable and compliant outcomes.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and prepare status updates for stakeholders.
• Identify risks early, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure contract objectives are met.
• Coordinate with internal teams, government partners, and contractors to resolve contract matters.
• Monitor budgets, funding profiles, and financial alignment across contracts.
• Use best practices and business insights to strengthen processes and services.
• Lead cross‑functional activities, guiding analysts and professionals supporting contract actions.
• Contribute to department strategies and participate in internal and external committees or development groups (e.g., NCMA).
• Identify and communicate opportunities to expand business areas or improve offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or CPCM certification is preferred.
• Five or more years of government contract administration experience.
• Solid understanding of FAR, DFARS, OTAs, CSOs, and other federal contracting guidelines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of contract law, FAR/DFARS, and government contracting principles.
• Proficiency with contract management tools and software.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Deep attention to detail and strong organizational habits.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced or complex environments.
• Experience with process improvement and cross‑functional collaboration.

Working Conditions

• Primarily remote office‑based.
• Regular travel up to 10% to company locations across the United States.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $115,000 to $130,000 per year; base pay may vary depending on government contract ranges, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Benefits

• Full range of medical benefits.
• Financial benefits.
• Additional benefits dependent on the specific position offered.