Hybrid DoD Contract Specialist for DARPA Programs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO

Holiday pay

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist in the Arlington, VA area. The role requires 1+ years of government contracting and an active Secret Clearance. You will join a DARPA program with growth opportunities and support a national security and tech advancement mission.

The position is hybrid, with 2-3 days per week on-site in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities include DoD contracts, negotiations, and cost analyses, and collaboration with contracting officers.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required.
• 1+ years of government contracting experience.
• Full cradle-to-grave contract administration experience.
• Familiarity with cost proposals, negotiating terms and conditions, preparing contract modifications, administering contracts or subcontracts, and analyzing cost and prices.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts.
• DoD contracting experience preferred.
• Familiarity/experience with DARPA or NAVSEA is a plus!
• Bachelor's degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer DoD R&D contracts (FAR Part 35).
• 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.
• Collaborate with contracting officers on the team.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Government contracting experience

Cradle-to-grave contract management

FARS/DFARS familiarity

DoD contracting experience

DARPA/NAVSEA familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist in the Arlington, VA area. The role requires 1+ years of government contracting and an active Secret Clearance. You will join a DARPA program with growth opportunities and support a national security and tech advancement mission.

The position is hybrid, with 2-3 days per week on-site in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities include DoD contracts, negotiations, and cost analyses, and collaboration with contracting officers.