Contracts Specialist

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contracts Support Specialist to support a high-visibility USSF program. The Contracts Support Specialist will provide expert-level acquisition and contracting support to senior leadership and program managers within the USSF. This position will be onsite in Colorado Springs, CO!

Responsibilities of the Contracts Support Specialist include:

• Advise Program Managers and senior leadership on acquisition strategies, budgeting, and execution.
• Draft and manage key acquisition documentation, including ESIS, ASP, ASD, J&A, and Source Selection Strategies.
• Support technical teams in developing Statements of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and incentive plans.
• Assist in contract negotiations, price reasonableness determinations, and contract administration.
• Prepare contract modifications and supporting documentation for funding, award fees, and performance extensions.
• Develop and coordinate program planning documents in accordance with DoDI 5000.02 and relevant DoD, AF, and Space Systems Command policies.
• Draft technical evaluations and serve as an advisor during source selections.
• Monitor contractor performance for compliance and ensure timely submission of deliverables.

Qualifications for the Contracts Support Specialist include:

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of experience in federal contracting and procurement.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
  • DoD Major Capability Acquisition System
  • Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)
  • Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
• Active TS or TS/SCI clearance
• Willingness to be nominated for SCI and SAP access and to undergo a polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification (e.g., PMP).
• Experience in the National Security Space domain.
• Background supporting U.S. Government weapons system program offices or development environments.

Compensation for the Contracts Support Specialist includes:

• Salary: $160,000 - $200,000
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays

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