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We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.\nPosition Overview\nANSER is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to provide senior-level government contracting expertise in support of U.S. Space Force mission requirements.\nIn this role, you will manage complex government contracts and subcontracts, providing expertise in contract negotiation, administration, compliance, and risk management. You will serve as a trusted advisor to Government and program leadership, evaluating contractual terms, performance requirements, costs, and delivery schedules while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and contractual obligations. The ideal candidate brings extensive government contracting experience, strong business judgment, and the ability to independently navigate complex contractual challenges in a highly regulated, mission-focused environment.\nDay-to-Day Responsibilities\nPrepare, review, negotiate, and administer complex government contracts, subcontracts, modifications, and related contractual agreements throughout the contract life cycle.\nEnsure contracting activities comply with applicable laws, Government regulations, organizational policies, customer requirements, and contractual obligations.\nEvaluate contract terms and conditions, cost estimates, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to assess accuracy, feasibility, compliance, and potential risks.\nAdvise Government and program leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risk exposure, interpretation of terms and conditions, and potential impacts to program execution.\nIdentify and resolve complex contractual issues, ambiguities, and inconsistencies; develop recommendations and risk mitigation strategies.\nSupport proposal development, pricing evaluations, contract negotiations, modifications, and other acquisition-related activities.\nMonitor contract performance, deliverables, schedules, modifications, and compliance requirements to support successful contract execution.\nCollaborate with program management, finance, procurement, legal counsel, technical teams, and other stakeholders to address contractual challenges and support mission objectives.\nInterpret and apply Government contracting regulations, acquisition requirements, and organizational policies to contract administration and compliance activities.\nDevelop and recommend improvements to contracting policies, procedures, and processes to enhance operational effectiveness, consistency, and regulatory compliance.\nProvide guidance on contract administration practices, contractual requirements, and process improvements across assigned organizational functions.\nMaintain accurate and complete contract files, correspondence, records, and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.\nIndependently manage complex contracting assignments, establish priorities, and provide timely analysis and recommendations to support leadership decisions.\nRequired Qualifications\n Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).\nBachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, with one of the following combinations of education and relevant professional experience:\nBachelor's degree (BA/BS) and 10 or more years of relevant experience.\nMaster's degree (MA/MS) and 8 or more years of relevant experience.\nDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Juris Doctor (JD) and 2 or more years of relevant experience.\nDemonstrated experience in government contracting, contract negotiation, contract administration, subcontract management, or a closely related discipline.\nExtensive knowledge of Government contracting regulations, acquisition requirements, contractual compliance, and contract life-cycle management.\nExperience preparing, negotiating, and administering government contracts and subcontracts in accordance with applicable regulations, organizational policies, and customer requirements.\nExperience evaluating contractual terms, cost estimates, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to identify risks and ensure contractual accuracy and completeness.\nDemonstrated ability to interpret complex contract terms and conditions and advise leadership on contractual rights, obligations, and business impacts.\nExperience identifying and resolving complex contractual issues, assessing proposed modifications, and developing appropriate risk mitigation strategies.\nExperience developing, recommending, and implementing contracting policies, procedures, and process improvements across organizational functions.\nProven ability to collaborate with program management, finance, procurement, legal, and technical stakeholders to resolve contractual challenges.\nStrong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to exercise independent judgment on complex contracting matters.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex contractual information and recommendations to senior leadership.\nAbility to manage competing priorities, work independently, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.\nIndividual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to: business considerations, local market, internal equity, candidate qualifications such as skills, education and experience. ANSER provides employees benefits to support all aspects of their life including health, financial and well-being. For more information, please visit: http://www.anser.org \nFull-Time Salary Range for this position:\n$99,000—$144,000 USD\nIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail \nANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. 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