Federal Contract Closeout Specialist

QinetiQ U.S.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Mid-Level Contracts Closeout Specialist to support DoW/USSF environments, focusing on contract closeout, end items delivery, and compliance with FAR/DFARS.

You will work with government and technical teams to draft determinations, manage IDIQ obligations, coordinate with DCMA and DCAA, and maintain rigorous closeout documentation in a fast-paced, security-cleared program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years federal contracting experience, incl. 3+ years in contract closeout.
• Knowledge of FAR 4.804 and DFARS 204.804 closeout procedures.
• Experience reconciling contract funds and de-obligating excess funds.
• Experience coordinating with DCMA, DCAA, and finance on final rates, audits, vouchers.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS across the contract lifecycle, incl. IDIQ and subcontract management.
• Experience supporting source selections, contract administration, or acquisition strategy.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage many closeout actions.
• Excellent written communication to draft determinations and closeout docs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Government to execute source selections under FAR 9.505-4.
• Provide contract and subcontract management support.
• Assist Government contracting officers in actions including procurements, evaluations, negotiations, administration, and execution.
• Provide contracts guidance and determinations for program teams.
• Advise on contractual rights, risk, strategy, and problem solving.
• Assist management of IDIQ contracts and follow-on acquisition strategies.

Skills

Federal contracting

Contract closeout

FAR/DFARS

IDIQ knowledge

DCMA coordination

Final vouchers

Written communications

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

QinetiQ US in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Mid-Level Contracts Closeout Specialist to support DoW/USSF environments, focusing on contract closeout, end items delivery, and compliance with FAR/DFARS.

You will work with government and technical teams to draft determinations, manage IDIQ obligations, coordinate with DCMA and DCAA, and maintain rigorous closeout documentation in a fast-paced, security-cleared program.