Acquisition Contracting Specialist SME with Security Clearance - Huntsville
21 hours ago

Job description
Company Overview We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide.
Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies.
Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us.Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US? If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.
In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential.QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose.
We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives. Position Overview Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners.You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD).
QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.
We are seeking an Acquisition Contracting Specialist in Huntsville, AL with subject matter expertise in USSF Space Systems Command contracting processes and procedures.
This will include demonstrated ability to lead all aspects of any contract action including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications, and award or incentive fee management.
The ideal candidate will have PCO or Buyer experience. This position requires an individual who can work closely with technical teams, stakeholders, and partners to ensure program success. ResponsibilitiesProvide contract and subcontract management support including advising on requests for proposals, technical evaluations, contract negotiation, contract administration, and contract execution
Assist the Government with executing source selections subject to FAR
Develop source selection documentation (e.g., source selection plan, acquisition strategy, non-disclosure agreements, etc.)
Review/draft proposal evaluations
Advise on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving Required Qualifications
20 years experience working with Federal, DoD, Air Force, and/or USSF acquisition/contracting processes and procedures
Demonstrated ability to lead all aspects of any contract action including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications, and award or incentive fee management
Prior PCO or Buyer experience
MA/MS degree
TS/SCI; #qinetiqclearedjob Preferred Qualifications
Certification(s)/course(s) in FAR and/or DFAR
USSF Space Systems Command acquisition/procurement experience Company EEO Statement Accessibility/Accommodation: If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to or call Opt.
1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer.All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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