Contract Specialist (Level I) - Hybrid - 177131

Piper Companies; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist in the Arlington/DMV-Metro area. The role requires 1+ year of government contracting experience and a active Secret clearance, with cradle-to-grave contract administration responsibilities in a hybrid on-site/remote arrangement.

The position involves preparing and administering DoD contracts under FAR Part 35, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required.
• 1+ years of government contracting experience.
• Full cradle-to-grave contract administration experience.
• Familiar with cost proposals and negotiating terms and conditions.
• Experience with FARS/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts.
• DoD contracting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with DARPA or NAVSEA is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer DoD FAR Part 35 contracts.
• Assist in negotiation of contract terms with government and contractor personnel.
• Prepare contract modifications and maintain contract documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies for compliance with federal regulations.
• Perform cost and price analysis and support cost proposals.
• Work alongside contracting officers on the team.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

1+ years government contracting

Cradle-to-grave contract admin

FARS/DFARS familiarity

DoD contracting experience

DARPA/NAVSEA familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for a Contract Specialist with 1+ years of 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 Secret Clearance required
• 1+ years of experience in government contracting
• Full cradle-to-grave contract administration experience/familiarity
• Familiarity with cost proposals, negotiating terms and conditions of contracts, preparing contract modifications, administering contracts or subcontracts, and analyzing cost and prices
• Familiarity working with FARS/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts
• DoD contracting experience preferred
• Familiarity/experience with DARPA or NAVSEA is a plus!
• Bachelors' degree required

Compensation for the Contract Specialist:

• Salary: $60,000-$110,000 based on professional experience
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays!