Entry-Level Contract Specialist - F-35 Programs

Air Force Civilian Service; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in Arlington, VA seeks a Contract Specialist (NH-1102-02) to support cradle-to-grave contracting for the F-35 program within AFLCMC. You will craft strategies, analyze data, and negotiate contracts that affect U.S. and international partners.

This developmental position offers fast growth potential, leadership opportunities, and the chance to contribute to mission-critical aircraft programs. A U.S.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Security clearance required and ability to obtain.
• Travel by military or commercial aircraft may be required for TDY.
• Must meet DAWIA requirements relevant to duties.
• Complete ethics disclosures upon appointment.

Responsibilities

• Formulating acquisition strategies, analyzing cost and pricing data, leading negotiations with contractors, drafting contract documentation, and performing contract administration.
• Serving as a business advisor providing guidance on risk and incentivization within acquisitions.
• Reviewing requisition packages for adequacy and compliance with regulations and current market practices.
• Determining appropriate recommendations for unresolved problems and following up.
• Conducting training to improve acquisition practices and explain policy changes.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Microsoft Office

Citizenship

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Air Force Civilian Service in Arlington, VA seeks a Contract Specialist (NH-1102-02) to support cradle-to-grave contracting for the F-35 program within AFLCMC. You will craft strategies, analyze data, and negotiate contracts that affect U.S. and international partners.

This developmental position offers fast growth potential, leadership opportunities, and the chance to contribute to mission-critical aircraft programs. A U.S.