Contracting Specialist SME Team Lead

KAIHONUA, LLC; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 165,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

KAIHONUA, LLC seeks a Contracting Specialist SME Team Lead to manage a team and oversee government contracting operations. This remote role supports critical missions of the U.S. Space Force and requires strong leadership skills and extensive experience in contract management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Paternal Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in government contracting.
• 5+ years as a Contracting Officer with a warrant authority of at least $25 million.
• 3+ years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of contracting specialists.
• Manage acquisitions across a range of products and services.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Contract Management

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Government Contracting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

DAWIA Contracting Professional Certification

Job description

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Job Title: Contracting Specialist SME Team Lead -5868

Job Location: Remote

Job Salary: $165,000-$194,000

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a well-qualified professional to

serve as a Senior Contracting Specialist SME / Team Lead. This role offers

the chance to work remotely with a dedicated and diverse team focused on

mission success.

In this position, you will support the Director of the Space Systems

Command's Commercial Space Office Contracting Office (SSC/CMK) by

planning, prioritizing, and executing acquisitions across a wide range of

products and services. You will ensure compliance with government regulations

and acquisition best practices while supporting key missions of the United

States Space Force and Department of Defense.

This is a remote leadership role, where you will oversee a team of ten

contracting specialists assisting SSC/CMK contracting officers in procuring

commercial services and capabilities.

The ideal candidate must have strong supervisory, leadership and contract

management experience, a solid understanding of acquisition processes, and

the ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment. Success in this

role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the

ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Minimum: $165,000

Compensation Maximum: $194,000

Job Requirements

Skills / Experience Required

Senior Contracting Specialist SME / Team Lead Skills and Experience:

Active Secret Clearance Remote work opportunity 12+ years of experience in

government contracting 5+ years as a Contracting Officer with a warrant

authority of at least $25 million 3+ years of experience in a supervisory

role Demonstrate expertise in CON-IT and KTFS systems Comprehensive

cradle-to-grave contract management experience Skilled in conducting market

research and preparing both pre- and post-award solicitation documentation

Experienced in proposal review for regulatory compliance, supporting source

selection, and evaluating contract or engineering change proposals

Expert-level knowledge of FAR and DFARS, with hands-on experience

collaborating with DCAA and DCMA to ensure full compliance

Education / Certifications

Senior Contracting Specialist SME / Team Lead Education and Certifications:

Bachelor's degree Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act

(DAWIA) Contracting Professional Certification, or equivalent industry

certification (e.g., Certified Federal Contract Manager)

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Flexible

Spending Accounts 401(k) PTO Paid Paternal leave Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security

clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a

security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for

access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing

and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility,

including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a

prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds,

as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA

Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in

global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design

& Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application

Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network

& Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business

Management Ser

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal &

commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has

innovative expertise in the develo ment of a wide range of technological

solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On

Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job

duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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