Share Email Opening Title Contracts Administrator   Category Administration   Description About STR: Systems & Technology Research (STR) is a small and growing company focused on providing innovative, technology-based solutions to defense, intelligence and national security problems. Scope: Systems & Technology Research (STR) is seeking a highly motivated candidate with 2-5 years of contract administration experience in the defense federal government contracts and acquisition space.  This role offers unparalleled opportunities to gain valuable experience and take on leadership responsibilities in a wide range of contracting life cycle activities. Core Responsibilities: Administer Government contracts in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other government regulations Execute lifecycle contract administration functions, including negotiation Define contract requirements and monitor performance Provide advice and interpretation of contract requirements Participate in proposal preparation and examine cost proposals to ensure compliancy, accuracy and completeness Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers, partners, and stakeholders Recommend process improvements to scale and optimize contracting activities and practices Participate in special projects   Position Requirements Experience and Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required 2-5 years contract administration experience in support of federal government programs, particularly in support of programs under the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) and/or Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) I, II, or II or DAWIA Certification preferred Knowledge of federal acquisition laws and regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) and agency specific regulations required Ability to read and interpret federal regulations and related acquisition policies and guidance, and to apply those regulations in context required Familiarity with various Government contract types (i.e., CPFF, FFP, T&M, Cost-Reimbursement, Labor-Hour) preferred Security clearance (or ability to obtain a security clearance) preferred   The candidate should possess the following attributes: Collaborative, self-motivated, and efficient, with good business judgment and analytical skills Innovative, with an interest in working closely with STR’s Contracts Manager and other team members to optimize our contracting practices, while maintaining compliance with our core contractual and regulatory requirements Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt well to change Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact in a professional manner with external customers and partners as well as colleagues at all levels across the organization Thirst for excellence and enthusiasm to expand his/her experience and take on additional responsibilities in contracting activities   STR seeks to provide an outstanding work environment for its employees with excellent benefits and competitive compensation.  Full-time employees enjoy 401(k), profit sharing, health and welfare benefits, subsidies for training and conference attendance to foster continued learning and development, and a casual yet technically challenging work environment. Applicants must be US Citizens. STR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates may submit a resume and cover letter online via www.stresearch.com/careers.     About the Organization Systems & Technology Research (STR) is a rapidly growing technology company with locations north of Boston, MA, Arlington, VA and near Dayton, OH. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, trying to understand how to protect our society: from stopping malicious botnet attacks, to understanding cyber vulnerabilities, providing next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare to developing artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, but you go home at night knowing that you pushed the forefront of technology and made the world a little safer. We recognize that the world is changing, that it is becoming more connected than ever before, making things change faster than before, and reshaping society in the process. We all want to understand this changing world and leave it better for our work. We're not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!   EOE Statement STR is fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@stresearch.com and provide your name, phone number and email address. US Citizenship is required for all positions.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://SystemsTechnologyResearchLLC.appone.com

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