DA
$87,061 – $113,185
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is a federal contract administrator role with the Defense Contract Management Agency that requires willingness to deploy to military forward operating bases for 6-9 months at a time. The position suits someone with contracting experience who can manage the full lifecycle of government contracts and is prepared for potential overseas assignment in conflict zones.
Our summary, not Defense Contract Management Agency’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR prior civilian DoD/military contracting experience at or above simplified acquisition threshold
- One year of specialized contracting experience at GS-09 level or equivalent
- Willingness to deploy to austere forward operating locations for 6-9 months