Senior SETA COTR | Acquisition & Program Lead

QinetiQ U.S.

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

QinetiQ US seeks a seasoned SETA Former COTR to provide high‑level advisory support to government customers in a SCIF environment. You will draft SOWs/SOOs, review RFPs, and guide acquisition activities within aerospace/ electrical engineering and physics domains.

The ideal candidate holds a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph, 15+ years of IC experience, and a proven track record in contract oversight and technical program management in the National Capital Region.

Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
15+ years of relevant experience in IC, national security missions, or related programs.
Prior Intelligence Community experience.
Experience as a COTR, COR, or similar oversight role.
Ability to work in a SCIF.
Strong technical and acquisition background in aerospace/electrical engineering/physics.
Experience drafting and managing SOWs, SOOs, RFPs, and CDRLs.
Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

Provide senior SETA support across technical, acquisition, contracting, and program execution activities.
Advise leadership on acquisition strategy, contract execution, and requirements.
Draft and manage SOWs, SOOs, RFPs, and CDRLs.
Coordinate acquisition packages, technical requirements, and source selection materials.
Monitor contractor performance and support contract execution.
Coordinate with officers, PMs, leads, SETA teams, UARCs, industry partners, and stakeholders.
Support acquisition planning, market research, and classified program activities.
Prepare briefing materials and leadership updates.