Senior DoD Contract Specialist - DARPA (Hybrid, TS/SCI)

Piper Companies; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401K

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist (level II, 6-10 years) to join a DARPA program in the Arlington, VA area. This hybrid role requires 2-3 days on-site weekly and offers clear career advancement within a national security-focused team.

Responsibilities include preparing and administering DoD contracts, negotiating terms, and maintaining documentation, with DoD/DFARS experience preferred and a BS degree required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 6+ years government contracting experience.
• Cradle-to-grave contract administration experience.
• Experience preparing cost proposals and negotiating terms.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts.
• DoD contracting experience preferred.
• OTA/Cooperative Agreements experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer DoD (FAR Part 35) contracts.
• Assist in negotiating contract terms with government/contractor personnel.
• Prepare contract modifications and maintain documentation.
• Analyze procurement policies for compliance with regulations.
• Perform cost and price analysis and support cost proposals.
• Collaborate with contracting officers on the team.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Government contracting experience

Cradle-to-grave contract admin

Cost proposals & negotiations

DoD contracting knowledge

OTA/Cooperative Agreements

FAR/DFARS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist (level II, 6-10 years) to join a DARPA program in the Arlington, VA area. This hybrid role requires 2-3 days on-site weekly and offers clear career advancement within a national security-focused team.

Responsibilities include preparing and administering DoD contracts, negotiating terms, and maintaining documentation, with DoD/DFARS experience preferred and a BS degree required.