Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contracts Support Specialist to support a high-visibility USSF program. The Contracts Support Specialist will provide expert-level acquisition and contracting support to senior leadership and program managers within the USSF. This position will be onsite in Colorado Springs, CO!
Responsibilities of the Contracts Support Specialist include :
- Advise Program Managers and senior leadership on acquisition strategies, budgeting, and execution.
- Draft and manage key acquisition documentation, including ESIS, ASP, ASD, J&A, and Source Selection Strategies.
- Support technical teams in developing Statements of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and incentive plans.
- Assist in contract negotiations, price reasonableness determinations, and contract administration.
- Prepare contract modifications and supporting documentation for funding, award fees, and performance extensions.
- Develop and coordinate program planning documents in accordance with DoDI 5000.02 and relevant DoD, AF, and Space Systems Command policies.
- Draft technical evaluations and serve as an advisor during source selections.
- Monitor contractor performance for compliance and ensure timely submission of deliverables.
Qualifications for the Contracts Support Specialist include :
Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of experience in federal contracting and procurement.Strong knowledge of : Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR / DFARS)DoD Major Capability Acquisition SystemJoint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processActive TS or TS / SCI clearanceWillingness to be nominated for SCI and SAP access and to undergo a polygraph.Preferred Qualifications :
Professional certification (., PMP).Experience in the National Security Space domain.Background supporting . Government weapons system program offices or development environments.Compensation for the Contracts Support Specialist includes :
Salary : $160,000 – $200,000Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidaysords : LI-RL1 #LI-Onsite
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