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Sonatech, LLC is a premier undersea acoustics engineering and manufacturing company. With a focus on supplying advanced SONAR solutions for the US Navy, our technical expertise, customized design capabilities and diverse manufacturing abilities have led to Sonatech products being deployed on virtually every class of underwater Navy system currently in operation.

Located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, we pride ourselves as having a culture of innovation as well as first-class customer service. Sonatech has a challenging and rewarding work environment where employees have the opportunity to develop their careers by taking on new responsibilities and providing innovative solutions.

Position Summary:

Sonatech is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator for our growing company. This position is responsible for contract administration throughout the contract lifecycle of Government contracts and subcontracts in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other government regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Review RFPs and create summary of RFP requirements, including Statement of Work and Terms and Conditions
• Support program teams with proposal development
• Route complete proposal for internal approval and submit to customer
• Review awarded contracts for inclusion of agreements made during negotiation
• Create a contract summary and distribute to organizational leads
• Ensure timely submittal of contract billings to customers
• Support drafting and tracking of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Consulting Agreements and other contractual agreements
• Support the property management process
• Manage the contract database and all associated files
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes (e.g. FAR, DFARS, ITAR, etc.) and possible impact on current/future solicitations and current contracts
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the head of the Contracts Department

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field (business, finance, legal studies, contracting)
• At least 3 years' contracting experience with the Federal Government and understanding and knowledge of FAR and DFARS requirements
• Extensive experience reading, analyzing and interpreting legal documents, financial reports, and technical documents
• Superior attention to detail; organization and good communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
• Ability to show discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and qualify for a secret clearance

Desired:

• Professional designation from National Contract Management Association (NCMA), such as Certified Federal Contracts Management (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
• Experience in various types of contracts (e.g. CPFF, CPAF, TandM, FFP) in development, production, and sustainment services
• Experience in Government Property Management reporting
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Project and Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Active Secret clearance

Salary Range: $96,000 - $122,000

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Sonatech considers many factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental and vision, life insurance, paid vacation, and sick time, 3% 401K contribution (no employee contribution required under current plan).

Sonatech is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer.