Contracting Specialist Level 2-Journeyman

Sigmatech; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigmatech in California seeks an experienced professional to provide Advisory and Assistance Services for Space Systems Command missions, focusing on contracting, operations, logistics, and governance across ground, near-space, and space environments.

You will support contract actions, cost analysis, and policy interpretation while aligning with master agreements and customer requirements. The role expects advanced knowledge of DoD procurement and SSC programs.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Federal, DoD, Air Force, and SSC contracting processes and procedures.
• Ability to assist government with all aspects of contract actions: solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications, awards, incentive fee management.
• Prior PCO or buyer experience preferred.
• Past or present SSC or mission partner space control programs experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Conducts preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of government contracts and subcontracts per policy and specifications.
• Analyze estimates of material, equipment and production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules for accuracy.
• Reviews contractual documents for adherence to policy, government specs, and master agreements.
• Advises management on contractual rights and obligations and interprets terms.
• Recommends policy changes and establishes procedures affecting the organization.
• Interprets and administers policies and procedures affecting sections and units.

Skills

DoD contracting

Contract negotiations

Cost analysis

GOV/SSC processes

Space program knowledge

Education

BS/BA 10 yrs

MS/MA 8 yrs

PhD/JD 2 yrs

Job description

Job Description

The scope of this position is to provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Combat Power (SCP). This mission area requires contracting, operations, logistics, administrative, and PAE Action Group personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments.

Responsibilities Include

• Conducts the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of government contracts and subcontracts to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Analyze estimates of material, equipment and production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Duties also include reviewing contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements, and conformance to master agreements.
• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization.
• Interprets and administers policies, processes, and procedures that may affect sections and subordinate work units.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of Federal, DoD, Air Force, and SSC contracting processes and procedures
• Demonstrates ability to assist gov with all aspects of any contract action required by the program office, including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications and award, or incentive fee management
• Prior PCO or buyer experience preferred
• Highly Desired: past or present experience with SSC or mission partner space control or space situational awareness mission area programs

Education/Certification

• BS/BA with 10 yrs experience
• MS/MA with 8 yrs experience
• PHD or JD with 2 yrs experience

In compliance with California's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the salary for this position is $160,000 - $180,000; however, Sigmatech considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, experience, education/training, key skills, location and often contractual requirements.

Sigmatech is an EEO employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• position contingent upon contract award**

Keyword: SSC