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Senior Contracts Administrator

LaunchTech
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 9/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/6/2026

Location: Colorado Springs, CO – Schriever Space Force Base
Clearance Required: Active Secret or higher
Travel: Up to 10%

LaunchTech is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). In this role, you will serve as a key business advisor and contracts authority on a high-profile national defense program. You will lead contract negotiations, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, support proposals, and mentor junior staff while acting as a trusted advisor to leadership and Government customers.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Contracts Administrator, you will:

Contract Administration

  • Support Contracts Management Lead in daily administration of contracts

  • Create, maintain, and enforce processes for pre-final billing, contract modifications, limitations of funds, and other processes as assigned

  • Draft and review contractual documents such as Limitation of Funds notifications, Memorandums, Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA), and Notifications of Change

  • Audit proposal documents, including Basis of Estimate (BOEs), Bill of Materials (BOM), Cost Proposals, and other documents as required by the Government

  • Ensure contract and proposal deliverable timelines and requirements are met for the IRES contract and all task orders

  • Review proposals and ensure compliance with RFP and base contract requirements

  • Track, report, and resolve costs in excess for all task orders

  • Provide data entry support, including updating funding trackers and contract briefs

  • Conduct other administrative duties as assigned

Customer Relations

  • Support task order teams in identifying and resolving contractual concerns with the Government

  • Lead contract discussions with the Government customer

  • Serve as primary interface with the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO)

  • Support Contracts Manager in negotiations

  • Support internal and external stakeholders, including Government customers, Directors, Project Managers, and Finance Teams

Leadership and Management

  • Provide training and guidance to members of the Contracts team

  • Serve as business advisor to task order leadership in areas such as contract type, contract risk management, and performance measurement criteria

  • Brief senior leadership on contract status and key issues impacting financial and technical performance

Additional Qualities for Success:

  • Comfortable interfacing with Government customers daily

  • Ability to perform tasks successfully with minimal guidance under short timelines

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities

  • Highly motivated self-starter who works independently and collaboratively

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong math aptitude

  • Responsive, flexible, organized, and detail-oriented

What You Bring

Basic Requirements:

  • Must have 6, or more, years of directly related experience in one or more of the following areas: Contract Administration, Proposal Development, Finance, Business Administration, Acquisition, or Procurement

  • Must have experience and familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint

  • Must have, or obtain, an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Why LaunchTech?

At LaunchTech, we don’t just fill seats, we bring in people who want to make an impact. We deliver Excellence, Period. That means you’ll contribute to mission-critical work, grow your skills, and be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and execution.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Opportunities to make a difference while advancing your career

  • And more

Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?

If you’re ready to step into a role where your expertise matters, we want to hear from you.

LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Visit www.welaunchtech.com to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period.

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