Senior Contract Specialist

Far West Federal; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Career development assistance

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Far West Federal Holding, LLC seeks a Senior Contract Specialist to provide anticipated remote acquisition support to the U.S. Air Force 18th Contracting Squadron, helping manage complex procurements for supplies, services, and construction under Government direction.

You will draft solicitation packages, evaluate offers, perform cost/price analysis, and prepare contract actions. Strong FAR/DFARS knowledge and federal contracting experience are essential; remote work may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, acquisition management, public administration, finance, or a related discipline.
• At least six years in federal contracting, with competence comparable to an OPM 1102 GS-12 Contract Specialist.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and applicable supplements, including DFARS and Air Force acquisition guidance.
• Experience with pre-award and post-award documentation, evaluations, cost and price analysis, modifications, and closeouts.
• Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills; ability to independently manage multiple procurement packages.
• Preferred: Advanced degree; FAC-C or DAWIA contracting credential; DoD or Air Force experience and familiarity with contract writing systems.

Responsibilities

• Research markets and develop acquisition strategies, plans, and supporting procurement documentation.
• Draft solicitation packages and assist with evaluation criteria and source selection plans.
• Analyze proposed costs and prices and support Government evaluation of offers.
• Prepare draft awards, modifications, and contract files for Government review.
• Support administration, performance monitoring, invoice review, claims and dispute research, and closeout.
• Coordinate with the Program Manager, Government acquisition personnel, and technical stakeholders to complete assignments accurately and on schedule.

Skills

Contract management

FAR compliance

DFARS

Cost and price analysis

Source selection planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related

Tools

Contract writing systems

Government procurement tools

Job description

Position Description

Angayut, LLC is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist for anticipated remote acquisition support to the U.S. Air Force 18th Contracting Squadron supporting the 18th Wing at Kadena Air Base. The position supports complex procurement actions for supplies, services, and construction under Government direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Research markets and develop acquisition strategies, plans, and supporting procurement documentation.
• Draft solicitation packages and assist with evaluation criteria and source selection plans.
• Analyze proposed costs and prices and support Government evaluation of offers.
• Prepare draft awards, modifications, and contract files for Government review.
• Support administration, performance monitoring, invoice review, claims and dispute research, and closeout.
• Coordinate with the Program Manager, Government acquisition personnel, and technical stakeholders to complete assignments accurately and on schedule.
• Provide acquisition advice within contractor authority; do not obligate Government funds or execute Government contractual documents.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, acquisition management, public administration, finance, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Experience: At least six years in federal contracting, with competence comparable to an OPM 1102 GS-12 Contract Specialist.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and applicable supplements, including DFARS and Air Force acquisition guidance.
• Experience with pre-award and post-award documentation, evaluations, cost and price analysis, modifications, and closeouts.
• Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills; ability to independently manage multiple procurement packages.
• Preferred: Advanced degree; FAC-C or DAWIA contracting credential; DoD or Air Force experience and familiarity with contract writing systems.

Work Schedule

Provide eight hours of acquisition support each workday, Monday through Friday, coordinated with the Government's 0700–1700 Japan Standard Time operating window and approved schedules. Observed federal holidays are excluded. U.S.-based personnel should expect evening or overnight work.

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to satisfy applicable Government background, suitability, system-access, and information-protection requirements. Any clearance requirement will be confirmed in the final solicitation or contract.

Benefits

• medical
• dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• paid time off
• employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• career development and education assistance
• performance-based incentives

About Far West Federal Holding, LLC

Far West Federal Holding is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC)-owned organization focused on our federal clients' success. Far West Federal and its ANC 8(a) subsidiaries, Angayut and Far West Services, provide a broad range of services that empower government teams and support critical missions across federal agencies. As the federal contracting business of Far West Inc., Far West Federal and subsidiaries support unique social responsibilities to preserve and benefit Alaska Native peoples and cultures. We are passionate about our impact, helping to secure an enduring future for over 575 Far West shareholders from Chignik Bay.

This position is primarily performed in a professional office or approved remote work environment and requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer. The employee must be able to communicate and exchange information effectively and routinely use standard office equipment. The position may occasionally require standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Far West Federal complies with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, regulations, and federal contracting requirements. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination and consistent with applicable federal requirements governing equal employment opportunity.

A background check is required to be eligible for this position.