Senior DoD Contract Support Specialist

QinetiQ; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US seeks a Senior Contract Support Administrator in Chantilly, VA to support a fast-paced DoD/IC contracting environment. The CSA will handle routine contract administration, data-call responses, and reporting for CO, COTR, and Program Manager.

This role requires TS/SCI eligibility and at least 5 years of contracting experience. The successful candidate will maintain compliant contract files, prepare awards and modifications, and provide guidance on SOWs, acquisitions, and negotiations,

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligibility with recent debriefing.
• Bachelor's degree in business, administration or similar area of study.
• Minimum of 5 years of contracting experience.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel and/or other Microsoft products.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract administration support including data-call responses and reporting for CO, COTR, and Program Manager.
• Interface with DoD financial systems, DAI & WHS.
• Maintain compliant and accurate contract files per regulatory standards.
• Prepare contract awards and modifications per NAM/FAR guidance.
• Review and process documentation including appropriate clauses and approvals.
• Develop and maintain key contractual documents including negotiation memorandums.
• Review and advise on SOWs, J&As, acquisition plans, and other contracting documents.
• Provide contracting guidance to COTR, Program Control, and Security.
• Conduct and support market research and prepare related documentation.
• Analyze cash flow for contract decisions and recommend appropriate contract types.
• Identify appropriate procurement methods and contract financing strategies.
• Recommend competition types and justify selections (e.g., full and open, other than full and open).
• Provide support for source selections, pre/post-award debriefings, and protest resolutions.
• Conduct cost/price analysis and identify the need for certified pricing data.
• Prepare and support negotiations for all contract elements including schedule, performance, and pricing.
• Track and support government property usage and issue resolution.
• Assist with expired contract processing and close-out documentation.
• Calculate final contract prices and resolve contract payment issues.
• Identify and elevate indicators of fraud or misconduct.
• Assess, recommend, and document subcontracting plans and compliance issues (e.g., OCI, ITAR).
• Support delivery and acceptance documentation and ensure contract adherence.

Skills

TS/SCI-Eligible

Contracting experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

QinetiQ US seeks a Senior Contract Support Administrator in Chantilly, VA to support a fast-paced DoD/IC contracting environment. The CSA will handle routine contract administration, data-call responses, and reporting for CO, COTR, and Program Manager.

This role requires TS/SCI eligibility and at least 5 years of contracting experience. The successful candidate will maintain compliant contract files, prepare awards and modifications, and provide guidance on SOWs, acquisitions, and negotiations,