Senior DoD Contract Specialist - Cradle-to-Grave Expert

Galapagos Federal Systems; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC seeks a Contract Specialist L3 to support the Government Contracting Officer in planning, execution, and administration of DoD acquisitions. The role covers pre-award and post-award contracting while ensuring FAR/DFARS compliance and audit-ready files.

The candidate will conduct market research, develop acquisition strategies, review proposals, perform cost analyses, and assist with negotiations and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Extensive DoD contracting experience and cradle-to-grave support.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contracting processes.
• Ability to work on-site and travel up to 10%.
• Experience reviewing proposals, cost analyses, and award administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave contracting support to the Government Contracting Officer.
• Develop acquisition strategies and recommend contract methods and types.
• Prepare and review pre/post-award documentation for compliance.
• Review proposals for completeness and responsiveness to solicitations.
• Conduct cost/price analyses and support evaluation documentation.
• Assist in negotiation objectives and contracting strategies.
• Maintain audit-ready contract files and manage modifications/invoices.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with schedules and deliverables.
• Coordinate with DCAA, DCMA, and government stakeholders throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Contract management

Cradle-to-grave contracting

Market research

Cost/price analysis

Negotiation strategies

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Audit readiness

Acquisition lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent BS/BA

MS/MA

Experience with Unlimited Contracting Officer's Warrant

Job description

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC seeks a Contract Specialist L3 to support the Government Contracting Officer in planning, execution, and administration of DoD acquisitions. The role covers pre-award and post-award contracting while ensuring FAR/DFARS compliance and audit-ready files.

The candidate will conduct market research, develop acquisition strategies, review proposals, perform cost analyses, and assist with negotiations and contract administration.