Contract Specialist II

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

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist (level II, 6-10 years) in the Arlington/DMV-Metro area to join a DARPA program with national security impact. The role offers growth opportunities and a hybrid work model requiring 2-3 days on-site per week at the Arlington, VA office.

Responsibilities include preparing and administering FAR Part 35 contracts, negotiating terms with government and contractors, preparing contract modifications, ensuring compliance with federal regulations,

Qualifications

• Active TS or TS/SCI clearance required.
• 6+ years of government contracting experience (officer or specialist preferred).
• Full cradle-to-grave contract administration experience.
• Experience preparing cost proposals and negotiating terms and conditions.
• Experience with FARS/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts.
• DoD contracting experience preferred; OTA's/Cooperative Agreements preferred.
• Familiarity with DARPA or NAVSEA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

TS clearance

Government contracting

Contract administration

Cost proposals

FAR/DFARS knowledge

DoD contracting

OTA/Cooperative Agreements

DARPA/NAVSEA 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