Contracts Administrator I

Company: Sierra Nevada Corporation
Location: Folsom
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. Responsibilities: Enter data into various internal administration systems. Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Build productive internal/external working relationships. Receives assignments in the form of tasks; determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Demonstrates the ability to perform job at appropriate professional/technical level, according to established processes and industry standards. Demonstrates ongoing initiative to improve performance. Shares knowledge with coworkers and subordinates to promote increased team performance. Demonstrates a sense of urgency and a positive “can do” attitude. Seeks opportunities to add value beyond the normal scope of the job. Listens effectively to others’ ideas, concerns and suggestions; responds appropriately and in a timely manner. Keeps others informed; meeting routinely with supervisor, team and stakeholders to exchange information and clarify expectations. Asks appropriate and timely questions to clarify information and needs. Qualifications You Must Have: A Bachelor's degree in a related field and typically 0 - 2 years or more of related work experience. Higher education may substitute for relevant experience Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education Attention to detail. Good interpersonal skills/communication skills. Skills to plan, organize, multi-task, prioritize, and execute assigned workload to meet multiple deadlines. Qualifications We Prefer: Experience with US government contracting At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC Estimated Starting Pay Range: $26.39 - $32.99/hour. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more . IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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