Contract Specialist Level 2

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick Leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking 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, requiring a minimum of two days on-site weekly.

You will support complex contracts through administration, negotiations, modifications, and compliance activities. Responsibilities include preparing DoD research contracts per FAR Part 35, negotiating terms, processing modifications, and ensuring

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in government procurement, contract administration, cost proposal development, and cost/price analysis.
• Experience with FAR and DFARS regulations.
• Experience supporting DoD acquisition or procurement programs.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, compliance, procurement documentation, and contract modifications.

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

Cost proposal development

Cost/price analysis

FAR/DFARS knowledge

DoD procurement experience

Top Secret clearance

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

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