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Air Force Civilian Service · 12 hours ago

Contract Specialist, SSC/PK

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Mid Level

The United States Space Force (USSF) is looking for a Contract Specialist to support SSC/PK at Los Angeles AFB, El Segundo, CA. This role is crucial for acquiring specialized research and development capabilities for critical space programs, involving contract management and collaboration with skilled contracting professionals.

Aerospace

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in acquisition planning and develop contractual strategies to support specific program elements, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and regulatory requirements

Solicit, analyze, evaluate, and negotiate contractor proposals for contracts

Manage all phases of the contract lifecycle, from solicitation to closeout

Collaborate effectively as an integral member of a team of skilled contracting professionals, contributing your expertise and working towards shared goals

Qualification

Federal Contracting ExperienceFAR KnowledgeCommunication SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingStrategic ThinkingDetail-OrientedAdaptability

Required

Progressively responsible federal government contracting experience is required, with a preference for experience at the systems level

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution is required

Government Contracting Expertise: Basic understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific regulations (e.g., DFARS) is essential

Demonstrated ability to apply contracting principles, policies, and procedures to a wide variety of acquisitions

Excellent written and oral communication skills are critical

Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a variety of audiences, including program managers, technical experts, and contractors

Proficient in the use of standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and electronic contracting systems

Must be a U.S Citizen

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

May be required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise

Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed 'unscheduled telework'

May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis

May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments

This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first

PCS /relocation funding is authorized

Financial Disclosure Statement: Yes Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, 'Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.'

This position is part of the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)

Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 20 days per year