Government Property Administrator

The Government Property Administrator is responsible for managing, tracking, and ensuring compliant use of all Government Furnished Property (GFP), Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP) in accordance with FAR Part 45, DFARS, and company policies. This role ensures accurate property records, supports audits, and maintains a compliant property management system throughout the asset lifecycle.

Position Overview

The Government Property Administrator is responsible for managing, tracking, and ensuring compliant use of all Government Furnished Property (GFP), Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP) in accordance with FAR Part 45, DFARS, and company policies. This role ensures accurate property records, supports audits, and maintains a compliant property management system throughout the asset lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Property Management & Compliance

Maintain accountability for all government-owned property assigned to the company.

Ensure compliance with FAR 45, DFARS 252.245, and DCMA Contractor Property Management System Audit (CPMSA) requirements.

Oversee receipt, identification, tagging, storage, movement, and disposition of government property.

Maintain accurate records in the approved property management system (e.g., SAP, Sunflower, AssetWorks, eQuip).

Conduct periodic inventories, reconciliations, and audits of government property.

Audits, Reporting & Documentation

Prepare for and support DCMA audits, internal audits, and customer reviews.

Investigate and document Loss, Damage, or Destruction (LDD) incidents; prepare required reports.

Maintain complete and accurate documentation for property lifecycle events.

Generate reports for internal stakeholders, contracting officers, and government representatives.

Lifecycle Oversight

Coordinate property transfers, reutilization, and disposition activities.

Support contract closeout by ensuring all property is accounted for and properly dispositioned.

Review contract requirements to identify property clauses and ensure compliance from award to closeout.

Cross?Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Supply Chain, Contracts, Program Management, Finance, and Operations.

Provide training and guidance to internal teams on government property requirements.

Serve as the primary point of contact for government property matters.

Keyword: Government Property Administrator
Required Experience:

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).

25+ years of experience in government property administration or asset management.

Working knowledge of FAR Part 45, DFARS, and government property lifecycle requirements.

Experience with property management systems (SAP, Sunflower, or similar).

Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.

Ability to interpret contract clauses and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

CPPS or CPPA certification (NPMA).

Experience supporting DCMA audits or Contractor Property Management System

Experience with inventory control systems (WASP / eQuip)

Reviews (PMSR).

Background in aerospace, defense, or federal contracting environments.

Familiarity with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.

Key Competencies

Attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Problem solving and analytical thinking

High integrity and commitment to compliance

Work Environment

Office or hybrid environment depending on local policy

Occasional travel may be required for audits, inventories, or program support

From: Kratos Defense