Research and Development Contract Analyst

KBR, Inc.; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 82,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Research and Development Contract Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in supporting government clients and involves drafting agreements, managing contract folders, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. You will play a crucial role in optimizing defense systems and shaping the future of national security. If you are passionate about impactful work and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Federal Government contracting.
• Active Top Secret / SCI federal security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting agreement products and documents.
• Support solicitation and award processes.

Skills

Federal Government Contracting

Contract Negotiation

Market Research

Cost Analysis

Compliance Checks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

DAWIA Level I Certification

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Research and Development Contract Analyst

Title

Research and Development Contract Analyst

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
  
  

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

KBR is seeking a highly motivated and career-oriented Research and Development Contract Analyst to join our team supporting a government client in Maryland. In this role you will be part of the acquisition management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting agreement products/documents.
• Execution and delivery of data calls.
• Contract folder development, preparation, maintenance, and closeout.
• Support solicitation and award processes to include drafting solicitation, consolidating Q&As and drafting amendments, compliance checks, cost analysis, records maintenance, documenting communications with offerors and Program Managers, supporting negotiations and drafting contracts/grants/cooperative agreements/other transactions.
• Maintain pre- and post-award data in the official contract file and metrics database.
• Prepare audit finding reconciliation reports for the Contracting Officer.
• Support the establishment of new processes, documents, and file maintenance for contract's function.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• A CURRENT and ACTIVE TOP SECRET / SCI federal security clearance with Polygraph
• Five (5) or more years of relevant experience with Federal Government contracting
• Two (2) years of IC experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Contracts, or related field
• DAWIA Level I, Federal Acquisition Certification 1 or related professional certification
• Demonstrated knowledge of contracting procedures, types, and methods, including formal advertising, negotiation, fixed-price, grants, and cost contracting
• Demonstrated knowledge of cost and price procedures to evaluate offers and responsibility of contractors on the basis of competition, historical costs, reports from auditors or technical specialists, contractor cost breakdowns regarding labor, materials. Overhead, and profit, or other evaluation criteria and selection processes where the information is usually available
• Experience developing and accessing Market Research Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposal (RFP)
• Knowledgeable in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods. Complexities, and techniques of federal contracting, to include the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Government agency acquisition process
  
  

Desired

• Seven (7) years of experience with Federal government contracting
• Experience with Federal grants process
  
  

Basic Compensation

$82,900 - $124,400

This range is for the Maryland area only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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