Contracts Specialist

Andromeda Systems Incorporated (ASI) provides tools and services to assist Physical Asset Owners, Fleet Managers, and Military Program Managers in gaining critical insights into their equipment’s performance, identifying system improvements, optimizing operations and support, making better business decisions, and achieving measurable life-cycle cost savings.

ASI provides unparalleled expertise and capabilities in the Reliability, Maintenance, Supportability, and Logistics disciplines. Our staff of nationally and internationally recognized leaders are shaping the industry and developing revolutionary solutions in the military and commercial sectors. Clients leverage our experience and cutting-edge analytical tools to improve asset performance and reduce life-cycle costs. As a leading provider of professional and high technology services and solutions, ASI serves the Department of Defense, U.S. civilian agencies, and private industry.

ASI is seeking a Contracts Specialist. This position is eligible for work in our Jacksonville, FL or Lexington Park, MD office.

The Contracts Specialist will report directly to the Senior Contracts Manager and will serve as a key member of the Contracts organization supporting a diverse portfolio of work across U.S. Government (DoD and Civilian), commercial, and state/local customers. Work may include Prime Contract, Subcontract, Purchase Order, Task Order, and Cooperative Agreement environments.

This role supports both centralized and decentralized procurement and contracting activities, including pre-award, post-award, audit, and compliance functions. The Contracts Specialist will work closely with Business Development, Proposals, Accounting, Program Management, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure compliant, timely, and accurate contract execution.

The position includes cross-functional training and increasing responsibility within a growing contracts organization, with the opportunity for professional development in federal acquisition and contract administration.

Responsibilities:

• Support solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, and administration of contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders
• Assist with contract closeout and termination activities in accordance with applicable regulations and company procedures
• Perform price and cost analysis for firm-fixed-price and other contract types
• Participate as a member of acquisition and compliance review teams
• Execute contracting actions across pre-award and post-award lifecycle activities, ensuring compliance with applicable FAR/DFARS principles and internal policies
• Analyze market conditions, pricing data, contractor responsibility, and performance history to support source selection recommendations
• Draft contract documentation including memoranda, correspondence, reports, contract provisions, and supporting files
• Evaluate bids and proposals considering price, delivery, technical compliance, past performance, and financial responsibility
• Manage assigned workload with defined objectives, priorities, and deadlines while supporting ad hoc contractual requirements and audits

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of professional experience in government contracting, procurement, or subcontract administration
• Bachelor’s degree
  • An additional 5 years of data analysis experience may be substituted for degree
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel
• Strong understanding of contract administration principles and acquisition lifecycle processes
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to independently manage contracting actions and support concurrent priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience drafting and negotiating complex contractual instruments, including terms, conditions, and solicitation packages
• U.S. Government contracting experience (DoD preferred), including familiarity with FAR/DFARS environments
• Experience supporting Prime Contractor and Subcontractor execution environments

At ASI, we understand that everyone’s journey is different. If you are not sure if your experience meets the requirements, we encourage you to apply. We are interested in what you have to offer.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (Secret may be required depending on assignment)

Benefits and Compensation:

• 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting and 4% discretionary match
• Paid leave including PTO, holiday, bereavement, and military
• Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Health and dependent care FSA
• Company-provided life/AD&D, as well as supplemental life and disability insurance
• TRICARE Supplement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition assistance and professional development
• Bonus programs

Pay:

• $28.00-$40.00 per hour

For more information about this and other open positions, please visit our website at www.androsysinc.com.

AAP/EEO Statement

Andromeda Systems Incorporated is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. As such, 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5, 41 CFR 60-741.5 as well as 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A are herein incorporated by reference, to the extent applicable.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Salary : $28 - $40