Contract Administrator

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

As a Contracts Administrator supporting Viasat's Mission Connections and Cybersecurity (MC2) business area, you will support a wide range of proposals, contracts and programs in a cradle-to-grave manner for MC2's crypto and networking product development and sales. A strong familiarity with the fundamentals of US Government FAR and DFARS contracting (primarily FAR Part 12), as well as UCC Article 2 and general commercial contracting principles is preferred but is not an absolute requirement. A willingness and eagerness to learn is a strong factor. You will be involved in the administration of assigned proposals and contracts.

Your strong interpersonal skills will be applied in collaborating with other Viasat departments and building rapport with your customer counterparts. You must be able to demonstrate that you can analyze, interpret and effectively connect with various levels of management on contractual requirements, obligations and risks. Support and diplomacy in helping the business resolve contractual issues is also required. Organization, attention to detail and the focus to close actions in a dynamic environment are vital to be successful in this position.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Contracts Administration or other related field of study (Accounting, Finance, Management, Economics), or equivalent experience.
• Up to 2 years of contract administration of large U.S. Government FAR Part 12 prime contracts and/or subcontracts (experience with FAR Part 15 a bonus and preferred)
• Preferably have a working knowledge of FAR Part 12 commercial item assertions and price justification
• Preferably have an understanding of intellectual property in U.S. Government prime contracts and subcontracts, including through development of data rights assertions
• Preferably have experience in negotiating U.S. Government and commercial terms and conditions
• Preferably have a working knowledge of various contract types, including Firm Fixed Price, Time and Material, and Cost-reimbursable contracts
• Strong communication and writing skills, including the ability to write courteous, concise and impactful correspondence and brief senior leadership on proposal and program risks
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and goals in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident

• This opportunity is perfect for a new or early stage contracts professional seeking to gain experience in a wide range of contracts, proposals and administration experience in a rapidly growing sector of the Viasat business.
• Self-starter and fast learner with a curiosity for all things contracting
• Interest in cradle-to-grave business support from a contracts perspective starting with response to RFI's/RFP's and concluding with lessons learned from completed programs
• Preferably have the willingness and ability to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance in the future

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.