Contracts Analyst

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Des Plaines, IL, USA
In-Office
90K-120K Annually
Junior
Aerospace
The Role
Supports government contract administration across the full lifecycle, including proposals, awards, modifications, extensions, deliverables, funding, compliance, audits, and closeout. Reviews solicitations and contract terms, prepares documents and forms, maintains contract files, tracks requirements, and supports government and industry stakeholders. The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while handling technical and controlled information.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Contracts Analyst supports the administration and execution of government contracts within the defense industry. This role assists the Program Management & Contracts Team with administering multiple contracts/programs across the entire life cycle, from proposal to final delivery and closeout. This role will support all stages of the lifecycle and may be responsible for tasks supporting multiple functional areas such as finance, supply chain, operations, engineering, and others as required. The responsibilities for this role are expected to evolve with the needs of each program and may offer opportunities for advancement.
The ideal candidate for this position can juggle competing tasks with efficiency while maintaining exceptional organization. The candidate should be comfortable learning on the job and occasionally working with highly technical information. This role is best suited for candidates with a preference for significant variability in their day-to-day tasking.  Candidates are expected to have a high degree of initiative and follow-through.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with contract lifecycle activities, including contract award, modifications, extensions, and closeout
  • Support review of RFPs, RFQs, statements of work (SOWs), and customer terms and conditions
  • Prepare routine contract documents, government forms, correspondence, and amendments
  • Maintain complete and accurate contract files in accordance with regulatory and company requirements
  • Track contract funding, periods of performance, deliverables, and reporting requirements
  • Monitor compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and internal policies and escalate issues as needed
  • Support internal and external customers, including Government officials and industry partners
  • Assist with audit support and data requests (e.g., DCAA, DCMA)
  • Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and solutions for administrative management within the department.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, Contract Management, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in contracts administration, government contracting, compliance, or a related administrative role
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to independently with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications
  • Exposure to or coursework in FAR/DFARS or government contracting
  • Experience in the aerospace, defense, or government services industry
  • Familiarity with contract management or document management systems
  • NCMA membership or interest in pursuing certification (CCCM, CFCM, CPCM)
  • Eligibility for or ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
Work Environment & Compliance
  • May require access to controlled or sensitive information
  • Must comply with U.S. export control regulations (ITAR/EAR)
  • Limited travel may occasionally be required
Benefits
Kranze Technology Solutions is proud to provide extremely competitive benefits to all full time employees including:
  • Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)
  • Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Paid Overtime
  • Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling
  • Opportunities to travel
  • Tuition Reimbursement options
  • Casual and relaxed work environment
We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the estimated salary range for this position is $90,000-$120,000 and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect.   We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process.
About Kranze Technology Solutions
We are part of an SPX Technologies’ Communication Technologies platform in the Detection & Measurement business segment. KTS is focused in the defense industry specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command.    We provide hardware and software product development, systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter.
Each team member has significant opportunities to solve a variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers.
KTS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other segmenting characteristics protected by law.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to:
Human Resources
847-737-7299
[email protected]
 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, Contract Management, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in contracts administration, government contracting, compliance, or a related administrative role
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Exposure to or coursework in FAR, DFARS, or government contracting
  • Experience in the aerospace, defense, or government services industry
  • Familiarity with contract management or document management systems
  • NCMA membership or interest in pursuing CCCM, CFCM, or CPCM certification
  • Eligibility for or ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
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The Company
HQ: Prospect Heights, IL
66 Employees
Year Founded: 2008

What We Do

Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc. is a small business company in the defense industry specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and SOCOM. KTS provides hardware and software product development, systems of systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter. KTS offers a casual, flexible and entrepreneurial work environment with a close-knit team of dedicated leading professionals in multiple fields. KTS provides each team member significant opportunity to solve a wide variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers. The KTS team is looking for talented, motivated, and experienced individuals with core competencies in Systems, Software, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. If interested, please contact Kim Liotus. Systems Engineers: The candidate poses a technical and integration background while understanding battlespace CONOPS and mission oriented solutions. The candidate has demonstrated architecture development or integration of various systems on multiple aircraft platforms. The candidate will work with the software team to define system interfaces, communicate with suppliers and customers, and develop technical solutions. The candidate must be able to work without supervision, contribute innovative ideas to improve products, and lead integration efforts. Software Engineers: Candidate should be able to perform on a technical team to develop software solutions using the latest technologies. The candidate poses a technical and integration background. The candidate has demonstrated software development on various platforms on various systems (ideally of aircraft systems).

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