Contract specialist Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Requisition Number :  19088

Required Travel : 0 - 10%

Employment Type :  Full Time / Salaried / Exempt

Security Clearance :  Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience :  Entry Level

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Who we are

HII - Mission Technologies is currently seeking a Contract Administrator to work out of our Virginia Beach, VA office.

The Contract Administrator provides the management and administration of a varied contracts portfolio. The individual will be responsible for cost / business volume proposal preparation, contract negotiations, oversight, and cradle-to-grave administration. The position entails working closely with the Government and Prime Contractor representatives supporting Department of Defense contracts. Individual will ensure timely and successful administration of all assigned contracts, assuring compliance with applicable regulations and policies. Individual must be proactive, detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks to meet changing deadlines in a dynamic environment.

HII is recognized as one of America’s top large company employers and is driven by strong values and ethics that puts people’s safety and well-being first. HII employees continuously rise to the challenge of setting the highest standard of professional and ethical conduct and perform in concert with our company slogan “Hard Stuff Done Right”.

Key Responsibilities :

• Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.
• Conducts contract negotiation and contract administration.
• Interfaces with both internal and external customers regarding contact activities.
• Reviews requests for quotes for material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements ,and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Preparation and submission of bids to customers ensuring the bids meet all necessary requirements to include company policies, contractual requirements, laws and regulations.
• Review invoices.
• Preparation of contractual data for entry into Costpoint.
• Review of contract financial data.

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HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI / ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.