Chenega Corporation
Contracting Specialist II
Chenega Corporation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Contract Specialist II
Washington, DC
Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!
The
Contract Specialist II
will support acquisition activities for Air Force Special Access Programs. Following applicable Federal, Department of Defense, and Air Force acquisition policy, law, regulation, and guidance, the
Contract Specialist II
assists the Contracting Officer in the acquisition of critically needed national security capabilities by performing contract administration from the description of the requirements to contract delivery and participating in oversight of contract performance. The
Contract Specialist II
will also be responsible for mentoring and providing a quality review of work products and deliverables of more junior staff. Responsibilities
Work you’ll do Work with the Contracting Officer in planning and managing acquisitions for a variety of products and services for the contracts division Provide cradle-to-grave contract support, such as conducting market research, preparing solicitation documentation (pre and post-award), reviewing proposals for compliance, performing cost/price evaluations, assisting with negotiating positions, reviewing, and processing invoices Support the integration of acquisition planning, requirements development, and resourcing into executable project plans, synchronized with program objectives and strategic vision Ensure consistency across acquisition documentation Facilitate program execution and decision-making Work with the Contracting Officer in developing acquisition strategies, including determination of contract method/type; performing contract administration, including but not limited to maintaining contract file folders and preparing contract modifications Work with the Contracting Officer in the oversight of contract performance Assist in communicating project status and issues, and developing acquisition and policy recommendations Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) degree 5+ years of government contracting experience in the private sector or 5+ years as a GS1102-13 Contract Specialist or higher grade Additional education or relevant higher-level certifications may be used instead of experience, contingent upon customer approval Expertise in managing contract actions from conception to implementation Extensive experience in performing source selections, cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation by directives and policies 5+ years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience with no less than 1-year experience in an SAP and/or SCI environment within the past 5 years Proficient in ConWrite preferred Active TS/SCI clearance Active and valid driver’s license The position requires a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly) Knowledge of contracting for a variety of products and services for major systems, research, and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contracting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other applicable supplements Ability to work under aggressive schedules with demanding performance requirements Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS
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Contract Specialist II
will support acquisition activities for Air Force Special Access Programs. Following applicable Federal, Department of Defense, and Air Force acquisition policy, law, regulation, and guidance, the
Contract Specialist II
assists the Contracting Officer in the acquisition of critically needed national security capabilities by performing contract administration from the description of the requirements to contract delivery and participating in oversight of contract performance. The
Contract Specialist II
will also be responsible for mentoring and providing a quality review of work products and deliverables of more junior staff. Responsibilities
Work you’ll do Work with the Contracting Officer in planning and managing acquisitions for a variety of products and services for the contracts division Provide cradle-to-grave contract support, such as conducting market research, preparing solicitation documentation (pre and post-award), reviewing proposals for compliance, performing cost/price evaluations, assisting with negotiating positions, reviewing, and processing invoices Support the integration of acquisition planning, requirements development, and resourcing into executable project plans, synchronized with program objectives and strategic vision Ensure consistency across acquisition documentation Facilitate program execution and decision-making Work with the Contracting Officer in developing acquisition strategies, including determination of contract method/type; performing contract administration, including but not limited to maintaining contract file folders and preparing contract modifications Work with the Contracting Officer in the oversight of contract performance Assist in communicating project status and issues, and developing acquisition and policy recommendations Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (BA/BS) degree 5+ years of government contracting experience in the private sector or 5+ years as a GS1102-13 Contract Specialist or higher grade Additional education or relevant higher-level certifications may be used instead of experience, contingent upon customer approval Expertise in managing contract actions from conception to implementation Extensive experience in performing source selections, cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation by directives and policies 5+ years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience with no less than 1-year experience in an SAP and/or SCI environment within the past 5 years Proficient in ConWrite preferred Active TS/SCI clearance Active and valid driver’s license The position requires a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly) Knowledge of contracting for a variety of products and services for major systems, research, and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contracting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other applicable supplements Ability to work under aggressive schedules with demanding performance requirements Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS
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