Contract Administrator

Job Title: Contract Administrator

Location:

San Diego, CA, US, 92121

Business Unit: Energy Conversion Solutions

Posting Date: Jun 16, 2026

Job Description:

About Us:

Join AMETEK Programmable Power, a leader in cutting-edge programmable power solutions and systems. We specialize in designing and delivering precision AC and DC programmable power supplies, electronic loads, power subsystems, and compliance test solutions. If youre ready to work at the forefront of differentiated power technologies, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced, high-tech environment!

Job Summary:

The Contract Administrator works closely with Sales Support and Product Management teams to review, draft, negotiate and administer a wide variety of purchase contracts with outside entities (commercial electronics manufacturers, government agencies, and industry customers) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the company's contractual obligations and established process, procedures, and export compliance requirements. In addition, you will identify contractual risks to management and take the necessary action to mitigate and retrieve orders through customer portals and sales distributors. And prepare vendor certification and representations supporting customer procurement actions and new business proposal activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy and guidelines, government/commercial customer requirements, BIS export classification requirements, and alignment with submitted proposals.
• Access customer portals and processing electronic purchase orders and transmittal through to appropriate stakeholders.
• Review, evaluate and interpret contract terms and conditions and identifying potential risk areas of concern, providing guidance to stakeholders, and incorporating revisions.
• Act as a point of contact for internal departments to efficiently drive the contract review and approval processes to conclusion.
• Work directly with customers to negotiate and to resolve a variety of open contractual issues.
• Completion of customer and FAR/DFAR representations, certifications, and compliance requests (e.g., Conflict Minerals, REACH/RoHS, Data Privacy, Cyber Security, Export Compliance).
• Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Contact customers and communicate results to responsible departments as required.
• Collaborate closely with company distributors and sales representatives responding to contract support inquiries.
• Support Special Projects as needed and complete all other duties as assigned or requested to support the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 5+ years' experience in corporate contract administration and management.
• Due to the nature of the programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must have a thorough understanding of contract principles, theories, concepts, and regulations, and demonstrate broad application of these principles, practices, and standards.
• Basic understanding of export classification and export licensing.
• Possesses excellent communications skills. Effectively communicate via formal letters on complicated and sensitive subjects, possess proper email skills, and possess excellent verbal communication skills.
• Superior attention to detail in order to spot inconsistencies in contracts.
• Demonstrated ability with Adobe Acrobat, proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with all levels of company personnel and with outside parties.
• Initiative-taker, must be able to work independently, multitask and prioritize workload, to meet demanding deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to process and analyze complex information.
• Sound business judgment and flexibility/adaptability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters, including appropriately prioritizing among them.
• Proven critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain a cheerful outlook and flexibility in a fast-paced corporate business environment.
• Previous experience as a project manager or coordination is an asset.
• Ability to apply lean principles to streamline processes execution.
• Proven ability to quickly establish credibility, trust, and support within all levels of organization.
• Basic user knowledge in Oracle ERP systems.

What's in It for You:

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k), plus matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

Additional Details:

Location Information:

This role is based in San Diego, California, a city renowned for its idyllic blend of sun, sea, and vibrant culture. With a coastal climate and over 70 miles of stunning coastline, its a haven for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts year-round. Explore diverse museums, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, and Balboa Parks gardens and world-famous zoo. Enjoy an active lifestyle with parks, trails, and water sports. Relish international cuisine and experience unique neighborhoods like lively North Park and coastal La Jolla. San Diego offers an irresistible mix of relaxation and adventure.

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at: https://www.ametek.com/careers

To learn more about the business unit you'll be joining, visit us at: Programmable Power: https://www.programmablepower.com/

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Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 90,000

Salary Maximum: 120,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: San Diego