Contract Specialist Level 2

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical insurance

Retirement plan (401K)

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Contract Specialist II to support a DoD R&D organization focused on advanced technology and federal acquisition programs. The role is hybrid in Arlington, VA, with at least two days on-site weekly, and involves administration, negotiations, and compliance across complex contracts.

Requirements include 6+ years in government procurement and cost analysis, familiarity with FAR/DFARS, and a TS security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in government procurement, contract administration, contract negotiations, cost proposal development, and cost/price analysis.
• Experience with FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition or procurement programs.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, compliance, procurement documentation, and contract modifications.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required; TS/SCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development contracts in accordance with FAR Part 35 requirements.
• Assist with contract negotiations, including terms and conditions, pricing, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare and process contract modifications and maintain contract documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies, procedures, cost proposals, and price submissions to ensure compliance and best value.
• Develop and maintain contract files in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable acquisition regulations.

Skills

Government procurement

Contract administration

Contract negotiations

Cost proposal development

Cost/price analysis

FAR/DFARS compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist II 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 a minimum of two days on-site per week. The Contract Specialist II will support complex R&D contracts through administration, negotiations, modifications, and compliance activities.

Responsibilities for the Contract Specialist II include:

• Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development contracts in accordance with FAR Part 35 requirements.
• Assist with contract negotiations, including terms and conditions, pricing, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare and process contract modifications and maintain contract documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies, procedures, cost proposals, and price submissions to ensure compliance and best value.
• Develop and maintain contract files in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable acquisition regulations.

Required Qualifications for the Contract Specialist II include:

• 6+ years of experience in government procurement, contract administration, contract negotiations, cost proposal development, and cost/price analysis.
• Experience working with FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition or procurement programs.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, compliance, procurement documentation, and contract modifications.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required; TS/SCI preferred.

Compensation for the Contract Specialist II includes:

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $160,000+ depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law