# Contracts Administrator

**Company:** [Axle](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/axle)
**Location:** Rockville, MD
**Role:** Other
**Salary:** $75k – $90k/yr
**Experience:** 1+ years
**Skills:** Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Far, Dfars, Government Contracts, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Office, Sharepoint, Contract Lifecycle Management
**Posted:** 2026-07-17

> Contracts Administrator supporting administration, negotiation, and closeout of complex federal government contracts. Requires 1-3 years experience with FAR/DFARS, various contract types, and aptitude for leveraging AI/automation tools to improve workflows.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and manage contractual documents including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Prime/Subcontracts, and Vendor Agreements.
- Create and maintain accurate contract records in contract management database, ensuring data integrity per corporate policy and federal contracting requirements.
- Ensure all contract actions comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.
- Leverage existing or identify new technologies (including AI and automation) to drive departmental efficiencies and improve cross-functional workflows.
- Stay informed on emerging Artificial Intelligence trends and technologies related to contracts; recommend strategies for improved task performance.
- Prepare documentation and assist/lead prime contract/task order kickoff meetings with internal program personnel.
- Monitor subcontractor and vendor compliance, performance, and deliverables.
- Assist with managing contract management tools and identify areas for automation.
- Support ongoing internal audits, reporting, and other contract-related initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.

## Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline.
- 1-3 years of experience managing federal government contracts.
- Demonstrated experience with or aptitude for AI and/or technology-focused solutions.
- Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS).
- Hands-on experience with various contract types (T&M, FFP, Cost-Reimbursable, etc.).
- Strong communication skills to convey contract terms and implications to stakeholders.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; experience with contract lifecycle management tools is a plus.
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work in Rockville, MD office 5 days/week.

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