Contracts Administrator

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! ​

Job Description

EBAD seeks an accomplished contracts professional for the position Contracts Administrator, reporting to the Supervisor of Contracts Administration/Export Compliance.  The position will be located in: Simsbury, CT (on-site, remote or hybrid).

Responsibilities:

The Contracts Administrator provides contract management and administration support to the organization. The Contracts Administrator is tasked with assuring appropriate communication between the company, its customers and regulatory agencies, and maintaining a formal record documenting EBAD’s contractual commitments.  In addition, the Contracts Administrator may provide other contract management functions to assure compliance with law, regulations and good business practices.

The ultimate goal of the position is to establish and maintain contractual agreements with customers that facilitate: 1) clear understanding of commitments, 2) balancing risk between the company and the customer, 3) timely billing and payment, 4) positive customer relations, and 5) accurate communication with the internal organization.

May execute a variety of contractual actions, including high-dollar, complex contracts.

Represents the contracts organization with peer organizations and customers to develop plans, organize work, negotiate terms, monitor progress, and resolve problems.

Serves as a team leader for projects or work areas. Participates in the planning, organizing, monitoring, and assessment of work.

Requirements:

The successful candidate must have a BA/BS in business, finance, law, or engineering concentration. A minimum of 3 years Contracts Administration experience to include administration of both complex government and commercial contracts.  Due to the nature of our Business, US Person is required.

Required experience includes:

Strong written, verbal and presentation skills suitable for interaction with customers and various levels of management.

Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Capable of dealing with multiple internal and external customers

Experience in negotiator of contracts terms & conditions, as well as pricing

Proficient with Microsoft office suite software

Proficient with IFS, SAP, Oracle or other type of ERP/MRP software is preferred

Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and related agency supplements, primarily DFARS and NFS

Certification: CFCM, CCCM or CPCM preferred

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.