Contract Specialist - HYBRID - 1 - 177624

Piper Companies; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401K

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist (level II, 6-10 years) to join a DARPA program in the Arlington, VA area. This hybrid role requires 2-3 days on-site weekly and offers clear career advancement within a national security-focused team.

Responsibilities include preparing and administering DoD contracts, negotiating terms, and maintaining documentation, with DoD/DFARS experience preferred and a BS degree required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 6+ years government contracting experience.
• Cradle-to-grave contract administration experience.
• Experience preparing cost proposals and negotiating terms.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts.
• DoD contracting experience preferred.
• OTA/Cooperative Agreements experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer DoD (FAR Part 35) contracts.
• Assist in negotiating contract terms with government/contractor personnel.
• Prepare contract modifications and maintain documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies for compliance with regulations.
• Perform cost and price analysis and support cost proposals.
• Collaborate with contracting officers on the team.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Government contracting experience

Cradle-to-grave contract admin

Cost proposals & negotiations

DoD contracting knowledge

OTA/Cooperative Agreements

FAR/DFARS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for a Contract Specialist (seeking level II, 6-10 years experience) in the Arlington/DMV-Metro area. The Contract Specialist will join a highly respected DARPA program with extensive opportunity for career advancement, supporting initiatives that impact national security and technological advancement. This opportunity is hybrid and requires 2-3 days a week on-site in the Arlington, VA office per week!

Responsibilities for the Contract Specialist:

• Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development (FAR Part 35) contracts
• Assist in the negotiation of contract terms and conditions with government and contractor personnel
• Prepare contract modifications and maintain accurate contract documentation
• Analyze procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations
• Perform cost and price analysis and support the development of cost proposals
• Work alongside contracting officers on the team!

Qualifications for the Contract Specialist:

• *Active TS or TS/SCI clearance REQUIRED*
• 6+ years of experience in government contracting (officer or specialist preferred)
• Full cradle-to-grave contract administration experience
• Experience preparing cost proposals, negotiating terms and conditions of contracts, preparing contract modifications, administering contracts or subcontracts, and analyzing cost and prices
• Experience working with FARS/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts
• DoD contracting experience preferred
• Experience with OTA's/Cooperative Agreements preferred
• Familiarity/experience with DARPA or NAVSEA is a plus!
• Bachelors' degree required

Compensation for the Contract Specialist:

• Salary: $110,000-$160,000 based on professional experience
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays