Senior Contracts Administrator (Aerospace & Defense)

TL;DR

Senior Contracts Administrator (Legal/Defense): Drafting and managing complex contractual instruments for U.S. Government and international customers with an accent on FAR and DFARS compliance. Focus on mitigating execution risk, leading negotiations, and ensuring adherence to corporate and legal policies.

Location: Orlando, FL. Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual.

Salary: $80,900 - $101,100

Company

hirify.global is a leading global defense and security company dedicated to keeping people and society safe through advanced technology.

What you will do

• Draft moderate to complex non-routine contractual instruments and revise T&Cs in response to RFPs.
• Apply expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, UCC, and international contract law to ensure full compliance.
• Coordinate and manage contract volume for major proposals, identifying and mitigating execution risks.
• Lead negotiation activities and serve as the primary closer for complex contractual agreements.
• Prepare detailed documentation for review by legal counsel and senior corporate leadership.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior contracts professionals to support skill development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, or Master's/JD with 3+ years of experience.
• Expert knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS.
• Proven experience in proactive contract management and high-level external negotiation.
• U.S. citizenship, Permanent Residency, or protected individual status.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CCCM, CFCM, or CPCM.
• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Familiarity with Oracle, SharePoint, and JIRA.
• Experience working with U.S. Government international customers.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions and employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and 8 designated holidays.
• Tuition and student loan assistance.
• Professional growth opportunities within a business-casual environment.