Mid-Level Contract Closeout Specialist with Security Clearance

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

Job summary

QinetiQ US seeks a seasoned Contract Specialist to support government source selections, contract administration, and acquisition strategy for DoW/USSF programs. You will coordinate with DCMA, DCAA, and finance offices, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and deliver clear determinations and closeout documentation.

The role requires a Bachelors degree, TS/SCI eligibility, and 5+ years federal contracting experience, including 3 years closeout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• TS/SCI eligibility required.
• 5+ years federal contracting experience, incl. 3+ years contract closeout for DoW.

Responsibilities

• Assist Government to execute source selections per FAR 9.505-4, including coordinating meetings and drafting evaluations.
• Provide contract and subcontract management support.
• Assist Government Contracting Officers in actions such as RFPs, evaluations, negotiations, and contract administration.
• Provide contracts guidance and determinations for program and business teams.
• Advise on management of IDIQ contracts and development of acquisition strategies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written communication

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Company Overview We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR). QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners. You will be joining a team of 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 to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of War (DoW). QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoW to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.

Responsibilities

Assist the Government to execute source selections subject to FAR 9.505-4, which can include but are not limited to coordinating functional meeting requests, developing source selection documentation, and reviewing and drafting proposal evaluations.

• Provide contract and subcontract management support.
• Assist Government Contracting Officers and contract specialists in executing various contracting actions, to include advising on requests for proposals, technical evaluations, contract negotiation, contract administration, and contract execution.
• Provide contracts guidance and determinations and technical and operational leadership for the program and business management teams.
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving.
• Advise and assist on management of existing IDIQ contracts and with development and execution of acquisition strategies for any such follow-on efforts.
• Required Qualifications * Bachelors Degree
• TS/SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob
• 5+ years of federal contracting experience, including at least 3 years of contract closeout for a Department of War customer.
• Working knowledge of FAR 4.804 and DFARS 204.804 closeout procedures, including the closeout time standards and the quick-closeout procedures under FAR 42.708.
• Experience reconciling contract funds, de-obligating excess funds, and resolving unliquidated obligations.
• Experience coordinating with DCMA, DCAA, and finance offices on final indirect cost rates, audits, final vouchers, and contractor releases.
• Working knowledge of the FAR and DFARS across the contract lifecycle, including IDIQ ordering, modifications, subcontract management, and FAR Subpart 9.5 organizational conflict of interest rules.
• Experience supporting source selections, contract administration, or acquisition strategy development.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a large volume of closeout actions at the same time.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to draft clear determinations, memoranda, and closeout documentation. Pay Transparency The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $175,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Company EEO Statement Accessibility/Accommodation: If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.