About This Role
This role is for an experienced Senior Contract Specialist to support the 316th Contracting Squadron at Andrews Air Force Base. The position requires comprehensive acquisition support from pre-award to post-award activities, adhering to FAR, DFARS, and agency policies. It offers an opportunity to contribute to mission-critical acquisition and contracting functions within a high-impact DoD environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with market research, solicitation drafting, proposal evaluations, contract awards, administration, and closeout
- Support acquisition planning and documentation development (RFPs, SOWs, PWSs)
- Contribute to source selection processes including LPTA and Best Value Trade-Off evaluations
- Draft acquisition artifacts such as ASP briefings, acquisition plans, and clearance documents under supervision
- Participate in Multi-Functional Teams (MFTs) and coordinate with Mission Partners
- Conduct basic price and cost analysis to support procurement decisions
- Maintain accurate and compliant contract files and document repositories
- Update contract trackers using MS Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Assist in facilitating COR appointments, training tracking, and certification updates
- Support delivery of acquisition training briefings to internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
- Active T1 Public Trust
- Minimum of 5 years of federal or DoD contracting experience, including cradle-to-grave acquisition support
- Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFARS
- Bachelor's Degree with 24 business credit hours from an accredited institution
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- FAC-C or DAWIA Contracting Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Nice to have:
- Experience supporting Air Force or other DoD agencies in a contracting role
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively in a team-based government environment
Important Details
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, core hours 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (+/- 1.5 hour flex)
- Federal holidays off; occasional need to adjust based on mission needs
About the Company
CEC conducts background checks and maintains a drug-free workplace.
