Find & Apply For Contracts Administrator Jobs in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

•Must be a U.S. Person, as defined under applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations, due to required access to export-controlled information. The Opportunity StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a leading aerospace and defense component manufacturer to identify an experienced Aerospace Subcontract Administrator . Acting as an external recruitment partner, StaffRight Associates is managing the search to connect top-tier procurement professionals with this rapidly growing, private-equity-backed organization. This full-time, direct-hire role offers a strategic platform to oversee the full lifecycle of complex subcontracts, govern supplier relationships, and ensure strict regulatory adherence across high-visibility defense programs. Operating with high autonomy out of Winston-Salem, NC, the selected professional will collaborate closely with cross-functional leadership to mitigate commercial risk, optimize procurement workflows, and maintain audit-ready standards across all government-funded initiatives. What You'll Do Execute end-to-end subcontract administration, directing competitive quoting, award processing, purchase order releases, and ongoing vendor management. Analyze Statements of Work (SOWs), solicitation requirements, and contractual terms to isolate business or financial exposures and present actionable risk assessments to executive leadership. Architect comprehensive subcontract packages, non-disclosure agreements, and bases of estimates incorporating accurate pricing, delivery schedules, and regulatory flow-downs. Lead commercial negotiations covering scope modifications, funding oversight, delivery tracking, and complex contractual provisions. Partner alongside Program Managers, Engineering, Finance, and Contracts divisions to guarantee complete alignment with customer flow-down mandates and operational performance targets. Champion strict regulatory compliance by maintaining impeccable, audit-ready documentation in full accordance with federal statutes, export controls, and internal governance frameworks. Resolve intricate contractual disputes and formal communications while serving as the primary liaison for critical vendor networks. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a closely related discipline. 6-8 years of progressive experience supporting Department Of Defense (DoD) , Aerospace , Defense , or government-funded programs. Mastery in interpreting and negotiating complex terms under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) , Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) , International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) , and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) . Proven experience supporting internal or external compliance evaluations, including Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements. Deep knowledge of diverse agreement structures, including Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) , Firm-Fixed-Price Level-Of-Effort (FFP LOE) , Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF) , Time And Materials (T&M) , Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) , and Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) . Working knowledge of General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) and Truth In Negotiations Act (TINA) standards. Familiarity with industry quality and security frameworks, including AS9100 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) . Exceptional cross-functional collaboration capabilities across technical, financial, and executive disciplines in high-risk, fast-paced environments. U.S. Person status as defined by applicable federal export control laws. Compensation & Total Rewards Annual base salary range: $100,000 - $140,000. Paid relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. Joining StaffRight Associates When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.