Contracts Administrator

Contracts Administrator

By Kaity Asta (https://www.blackriversystems.com/author/kaitya/) / October 6, 2026

Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 Annually

Black River Systems Company, Inc. is seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our Contracts Department and support the administration and compliance of the Company’s contracts and subcontracts. This position will play a key role in managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, from award and modification through performance, reporting, and closeout. The position will also serve as a key resource for maintaining accurate contract data, supporting Government reporting and audit requirements, and ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), agency supplements, and applicable Company policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administer contracts and subcontracts throughout the complete contract lifecycle, including contract award, performance, modifications, funding actions, extensions, and closeout.

• Ensure compliance with the FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and applicable contractual requirements and Company policies and procedures.

• Support and coordinate contract modifications, including funding actions and changes to contract terms and conditions.

• Lead, monitor, and manage contract deliverables to ensure requirements are clearly understood, assigned, tracked, and submitted in accordance with contractual deadlines.

• Lead contract closeout activities and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure all contractual, financial, property, reporting, and administrative requirements are fulfilled.

• Generate and maintain contract summary reports and other management reports to provide visibility into contract status, deliverables, and other key contractual information.

• Administer the Contract Module within Deltek Costpoint, including contract data entry, maintenance, updates, and quality control.

• Support the maintenance and organization of the Contracts Department SharePoint site, including contract files, data, documentation, and other departmental information.

• Maintain Company registrations and required federal accounts, including SAM.gov.

• Support GSA reporting requirements and other reporting obligations as assigned.

• Support the Contracts Department in preparing for and responding to Contract Purchasing System Reviews (CPSRs), Government audits, and other compliance reviews.

• Maintain accurate and complete contract files and records in accordance with Company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable Government regulations.

• Contribute to the continued development and improvement of the Contracts Department’s processes, systems, and procedures as the Company evolves.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Accounting, or a related field.

• Minimum of three years of experience in contract administration, preferably within the Department of Defense or federal contracting environment.

• Experience administering prime contracts, subcontracts, and related contractual agreements.

• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and federal contracting requirements.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a dynamic small business environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

• Experience using Deltek Costpoint or comparable Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is preferred.

• Experience with SharePoint and maintaining electronic contract records and departmental data is preferred.

• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

Black River Systems Company, Inc. is a growing, employee-owned defense technology company providing innovative solutions to critical national security missions. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, with opportunities for employees to make a meaningful impact on the Company and its customers. If you are a motivated contracts professional interested in joining a growing organization and contributing to the successful administration of contracts, please send your resume [email protected].

Black River Systems Company, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer. We are an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities or any other basis protected by federal law. In addition, Black River Systems Company, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities and employees.