Contract Specialist Level 1 with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC; Virginia; Hybride; USD 60 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick leave

Résumé du poste

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist I to support a DoD research and development organization focused on advanced technology, innovation, and federal acquisition programs. This hybrid role in Arlington, VA requires 1 day per week onsite to manage complex R&D contracts through administration, negotiations, modifications, and compliance.

The position calls for 1+ years in government procurement or related fields, familiarity with FAR/DFARS, and a Bachelor’s degree with an

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in government procurement, contract administration, contract modifications, cost proposal preparation, or pricing analysis.
• Experience working with FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and contract management skills.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Active Secret Clearance required.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development contracts in accordance with FAR Part 35 requirements.
• Support contract negotiations, including terms, conditions, and pricing discussions.
• Prepare and process contract modifications and associated documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies, procedures, cost proposals, and pricing data.
• Maintain contract files and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable acquisition regulations.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Contract management

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist I to support a Department of Defense research and development organization focused on advanced technology, innovation, and federal acquisition programs. This position is hybrid in Arlington, VA, with 1 day per week onsite required. The Contracts Specialist I will support complex R&D contracts through administration, negotiations, modifications, and compliance activities.

Responsibilities for the Contract Specialist I include:

• Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development contracts in accordance with FAR Part 35 requirements.
• Support contract negotiations, including terms, conditions, and pricing discussions.
• Prepare and process contract modifications and associated documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies, procedures, cost proposals, and pricing data.
• Maintain contract files and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable acquisition regulations.

Required Qualifications for the Contract Specialist I include:

• 1+ years of experience in government procurement, contract administration, contract modifications, cost proposal preparation, or pricing analysis
• Experience working with FAR and DFARS regulations
• Strong analytical, organizational, and contract management skills
• Bachelor's degree required
• Active Secret Clearance required

Compensation for the Contract Specialist I includes: Salary Range: $60,000 - $110,000+ depending on experience Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick leave as required by law #LI-KH1 #LI-HYBRID

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