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Job Title: Contracts Administrator / Facility Compliance OfficerJob Description We are seeking a Contracts Administrator/Facility Compliance Officer for a temporary assignment lasting two months. This role involves preparing, reviewing, and negotiating contract documents, ensuring compliance with aerospace and government contracting regulations, and serving as the site's focal point for final contract language and document interpretation. The position requires close collaboration with internal teams to ensure contract requirements are fully understood and effectively implemented. Responsibilities • Review, prepare, and revise contracts involving the purchase or sale of aerospace components and services. • Analyze and interpret contract terms, conditions, and obligations. • Provide guidance on contract nuances to internal teams. • Conduct redlining of purchase orders, terms & conditions, customer templates, and long-term agreements. • Provide contract summaries, statuses, and risk assessments. • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, FAR/DFARS, ITAR, Export Compliance, and corporate policies. • Serve as the plant-level Facility Compliance Officer, supporting trade compliance and Technology Control Plans. • Interface primarily with internal sales and corporate functions with minimal external communication. • Support pricing strategy and annual target setting. • Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Contracts, Business, Finance, or related field. • Proficiency in Excel and Word; VBA skills are a plus. • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Adaptability and openness to working within aerospace processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience in contract analysis and interpretation. • Ability to dissect, interpret, and summarize contract terms, conditions, obligations, risks, and compliance requirements. • Familiarity with aerospace customer protocols, purchase order structures, long-term agreements, and compliance frameworks. • Understanding of FAR/DFARS requirements and ITAR and Export Compliance awareness. • Strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support pricing logic. • Ability to manage multiple contracts, versions, deadlines, and compliance requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Problem-solving and creative solutions capability. • Business acumen supporting negotiation principles, pricing logic, and understanding of risk/reward tradeoffs. • Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing environment and technical terminology. Work Environment The position is based in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing facility with a highly collaborative environment involving sales, operations, and corporate compliance groups. The work environment is structured yet dynamic with shifting priorities and ad-hoc requests. There is an emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of documents. Onsite presence is required to support close interaction with internal partners. The typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Tukwila, WA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $41.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tukwila,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.