Sr. Contracts Administrator / Contracts Manager - Hybrid

*This is a HYBRID opportunity that requires you to work onsite two days per week in Irvine, CA

The Senior Contract Administrator/Contracts Manager will report directly to the Director of Contracts and will be responsible for providing support to internal and external customers in the day-to-day administration of company contracts and subcontract agreements. This role involves ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer/contract specifications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing Department of Defense prime contracts and subcontracts from start to finish ("cradle-to-grave"), including negotiating contracts, advising management, and overseeing contract implementation to maximize efficiency. Additionally, strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision are essential qualities for success in this role.

Required Skills and Responsibilities:

• Experience administering various types of contracts, including Cost-Reimbursable, Time and Material, Firm-Fixed-Price, and Indefinite Quantity/Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contracts with the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, particularly in research and development and production environments.
• In-depth knowledge of government contracting policies, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).
• Ensure compliance with government regulations.
• Review contractual terms and conditions to minimize risk and prepare analyses to support negotiation positions aligned with business goals.
• Build effective internal and external relationships, representing DZYNE and liaising with customer contractual representatives.
• Manage established contracts, including negotiating changes, modifications, and monitoring performance to meet client and company expectations.
• Define contract requirements and monitor performance, providing summaries to stakeholders.
• Coordinate solutions to contractual issues and customer concerns.
• Ensure contractual compliance with laws, regulations, and approval requirements.
• Prepare and analyze price proposals, conduct proposal preparation, and support audits as necessary.
• Plan and participate in contract practices training within the company.
• Interact with Program Managers and internal stakeholders to support contractual needs and compliance.
• Resolve complex contractual and customer issues.
• Support program subcontracting and consultant needs, adhering to company and federal purchasing policies.
• Monitor contracts and manage close-out, extension, or renewal as required.
• Familiarity with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) and subcontractor proposal analyses.
• Process and negotiate Non-Disclosure and Teaming Agreements.
• Analyze financial reports and technical documents for contractual compliance.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills, prioritizing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail to identify contractual inconsistencies and interpret requirements.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet project objectives within designated timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external communications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

Nice to Have Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision).
• NCMA Certified Contracts Management Professional (CPCM) or equivalent certification.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 7-12 years of federal contract administration experience.