Contracts Administrator in Tampa, Florida at Global Ordnance LLC

Global Ordnance is a premier defense solutions provider delivering mission-ready products and logistics support to the US Military and partner nations worldwide. With deep expertise in international procurement, compliance, and end-to-end supply chain management, Global Ordnance specializes in sourcing and delivering high-quality defense systems, munitions, and specialized equipment with speed, precision, and integrity. Our highly talented, agile and hardworking team understands the complexities of US and allied defense contracting, helping GO grow to one of the regions largest defense contractors and one of Tampa Bay’s fastest growing companies year over year. As we continue our growth we are seeking professionals to join our team, we offer highly competitive total compensation packages including company paid (100%) medical and dental insurance for our employees as well as their families, competitive salaries, bonus programs, retirement plans and much more.

Job Summary
The Contracts Administrator position will support Global Military Products (GMP) with the administration of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other U.S. Government contracts, as well as non-USG contracts within a defense contracting environment. This role assists senior contracts professionals in managing contract requirements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting proposal and program execution activities. The position is ideal for candidates with 1–3 years of experience seeking to develop a career in government contracts and defense acquisition.

Location: This position is based at the GMP Offices in Tampa, FL.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Assist in administering government prime and customer subcontract agreements in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and company policies
• Support contract lifecycle activities including proposal preparation, contract award, execution, modification, and closeout
• Review solicitation documents (RFPs/RFQs), contracts, task orders, and SOWs to identify compliance requirements and risks
• Help prepare contract-related documentation such as compliance matrices, representations and certifications, accounts receivable documentation, and contract correspondence
• Track contract funding, deliverables, options, and period of performance milestones
• Support contract modifications, amendments, and change management processes
• Maintain complete and auditable contract files and records
• Assist with customer interactions including responses to government data calls, audits, and fact-finding requests
• Support internal and external audits as required
• Support development and/or maintenance of internal policy and procedures
• Will interface with Supply Chain, Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Quality, and other Contracts personnel, as well as U.S. Government personnel.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Requirements
• Candidates must be Authorized US Persons under ITAR
• Bachelor’s degreed in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Legal Studies, or related fields.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in contract administration, particularly under U.S. Government DoD contracts.
• Familiar with USG/DoD regulations, FAR and DFARS.
• Ability to multitask with high attention to detail.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and strong organizational skills. Ability to work in a regulated, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Work, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity working within the U.S. Governemnt PIEE environment.
• ISO 9001:2015 training preferred.
• Legal proof of U.S. citizenship required.

Physical Demands & Abilities
• Regularly spend hours sitting and using office equipment and computers
• Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly

Working Conditions
• Work will be completed in an office environment. Work may include some travel, although infrequent.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Global Ordnance reserves the right to revise or change job duties and descriptions as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. As all employment with Global Ordnance LLC is At-Will and no part of this job description constitutes any promise of continued employment or employment contract.

Global Ordnance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.