Contracts Administrator / Contracts Specialist – Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: Irvine, CA
Employment Type: 6-Month Assignment
Payrate: $35.00–$43.00/hr (DOE) |
Aerospace Contracts | Proposal Coordination | FAR/DFARS | Contract Administration
Join Parker Meggitt – A Global Aerospace & Defense Leader
Parker Meggitt is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Contracts Administrator / Contracts Specialist to support complex aerospace and defense contract operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with customer contracts, proposal coordination, pricing analysis, contract compliance, and commercial operations supporting advanced aviation and defense technologies.
If you have experience in contract administration, proposal management, aerospace manufacturing, FAR/DFARS compliance, and customer contract support, this role offers strong industry exposure, career-building experience, and the opportunity to work with a globally recognized aerospace manufacturer.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
✔ Work with a globally recognized aerospace & defense manufacturer
✔ High-visibility role supporting complex aerospace contracts
✔ Exposure to proposals, pricing analysis, and contract negotiations
✔ Collaborative environment working with engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and quality teams
✔ Stable and highly regulated aerospace manufacturing industry
✔ Excellent opportunity to strengthen aerospace commercial operations experience
Key Responsibilities
Contract Administration & Lifecycle Management
- Administer aerospace customer contracts, purchase orders (POs), LTAs, and contract agreements
- Review customer terms & conditions, pricing, schedules, and contractual requirements
- Monitor contract milestones, deliverables, modifications, and overall contract performance
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and internal company policies
Proposal & Bid Coordination
- Coordinate proposal development activities for RFPs and RFQs
- Support pricing analysis, cost reviews, and proposal preparation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and supply chain teams
- Prepare and submit compliant customer proposal packages
Contract Negotiation & Commercial Support
- Support negotiations related to pricing, schedules, terms, and contract modifications
- Identify contractual risks and assist with mitigation strategies
- Coordinate follow-on contracts, amendments, and renewals
Customer & Compliance Support
- Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned customer contracts
- Support customer meetings, contract reviews, and issue resolution activities
- Maintain contract documentation, reporting, and compliance records
- Assist with export compliance and regulatory documentation requirements
Regulatory & Export Compliance
- Support compliance activities related to: FAR / DFARS, ITAR / EAR, Export compliance requirements, Government contract support activities
Education
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in: Business Administration, Contracts Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal Studies, Operations Management or Related field
- Preferred Certifications: NCMA, CPCM,CFCM
Minimum Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in: Contract Administration, Contracts Management, Proposal Coordination, Commercial Contracts
- Experience within: Aerospace Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense, Manufacturing, Highly regulated industries
- Strong customer communication and cross-functional coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple contracts, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Required Skills & Qualifications
Contracts & Commercial Operations
- Experience with: Contract Administration, Contract Lifecycle Management, Terms & Conditions Review, Purchase Orders & LTAs, Contract Amendments & Modifications, Contract Compliance, Contract Risk Management
Proposal & Pricing Support
- Experience supporting: RFP / RFQ responses, Proposal development, Pricing analysis, Cost proposal coordination, Delivery schedule coordination, Proposal compliance reviews
✈Aerospace / Defense Industry Knowledge
- Preferred experience in: Aerospace Manufacturing, Aviation Manufacturing, Defense Industry Operations, AS9100 environments, Government contract support
Software & Systems
- Experience with: ERP Systems, SAP, Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Contract Management Systems
Analytical Skills
- Strong ability in: Pricing analysis, Cost analysis, Risk assessment, KPI reporting, Commercial analysis, Contract performance monitoring
About Parker Meggitt
Parker Meggitt is a globally recognized aerospace manufacturer delivering advanced engineered components and systems supporting commercial aviation and defense applications worldwide. The company is known for innovation, operational excellence, and long-term industry stability.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced contracts professional with strong aerospace, proposal coordination, contract administration, and compliance experience, we encourage you to apply today.
Join a high-performing aerospace manufacturing team where your contracts expertise directly supports customer success, compliance, and strategic business operations.
Pay: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 3+ years of direct experience in contract administration or contracts management within aerospace, aviation, defense, or regulated manufacturing environments? (Yes/No)
- Have you managed the full contract lifecycle, including contract review, execution, amendments, compliance tracking, and closeout? (Yes/No)
- Do you have hands-on experience reviewing and interpreting complex contract terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery schedules, and performance clauses? (Yes/No)
- Have you supported or led RFP/RFQ proposal development, including pricing analysis, cost buildup, and coordination with engineering, operations, or finance teams? (Yes/No)
- Do you have experience negotiating contract terms such as pricing, delivery schedules, scope changes, or commercial conditions with customers or suppliers? (Yes/No)
- Are you familiar with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, or EAR regulations and have you applied them in contract or export compliance activities? (Yes/No)
- Have you worked with ERP or contract management systems such as SAP, Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, or similar platforms? (Yes/No)
- Do you have experience identifying and managing contractual risks, including out-of-scope work, claims, or compliance gaps? (Yes/No)
- Have you acted as a primary customer-facing contract representative handling communications, clarifications, and contract-related issue resolution? (Yes/No)
- Have you supported aerospace or defense manufacturing programs involving cross-functional coordination with engineering, program management, quality, and supply chain teams? (Yes/No)
Education:
Ability to Commute:
- Irvine, CA 92606 (Required)
Work Location: In person
