Senior Contracts Administrator

Job overview

The Senior Contracts Administrator works onsite in Mukilteo, WA; compensation is $100,000–$135,000 per year. Karman Space & Defense develops and produces systems for space and defense programs.

What you'll do

• Administer government contracts through their lifecycle
• prepare, review, and negotiate agreements, contracts, and purchase orders
• analyze solicitations for FAR, DFARS, and DoD compliance
• maintain audit-ready contract files
• serve as a contact for government contracting officers, prime contractors, and internal stakeholders
• monitor performance, deliverables, and risk
• support pricing reviews and regulatory training
• coordinate with program management, accounting, supply chain, suppliers, and subcontractors.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior contracts administrator

full-time

mukilteo wa

karman space & defense

$100k–$135k/year

government contracts

far

dfars

contract negotiation

export controls

aerospace and defense

audit readiness

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• HSA contribution
• flexible spending accounts
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Requires at least 10 years of contract administration experience, preferably in aerospace and defense, and working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and export controls. U.S. person status is required under export control laws.

About the employer

Karman Space & Defense is hiring for this role. Industry: Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing. Sector: 33.