Contract Specialist - Kirtland AFB, NM
2 days ago
Job description
Job Description
Serves as Contracting Officer NH for high priority classified programs. Responsible for all contracting activities of the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (Space RCO). Advises the director on all acquisition/business related matters and interfaces directly with ASAF(A) and SAF/GCQ for all regulatory contracting actions. Develops acquisition strategy and executes all phases of the contracting process in an environment of managed risks. Ensures multiple government services and agency requirements are satisfied. Special emphasis is placed on a streamlined program execution that accelerates delivery of operational capabilities to the field.
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Required Skills
Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing contracting and other business management activities in a risk-tolerant environment
Serves as contracting authority for Space RCO acquisition programs and is directly responsible for providing expert advice and assistance to Senior Leadership and Director, Space RCO
Establishes and maintains an integrated team relationship dealing directly with the most senior levels of government and industry
Manages and executes contracts, as a warrant contracting officer, that include a variety of contracting approaches and relationships associated with pre-award planning, establishment of suitable contractual and/or alternative business arrangements, and post-award management to include evaluation of cost, schedule, and performance related to Space RCO acquisition programs
Prepares and conducts comprehensive contracting reports, studies, briefings, and related presentations
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Desired Skills
Unlimited Warrant or the ability to obtain and maintain an unlimited warrant is required; SpRCO will assist with obtaining the unlimited warrant if needed
DAWIA Contract Certification or waiver with ability to achieve in 24 months
Previous Experience in Systems Contracting or work with ACAT I/II/III equivalent Acquisition Procurements highly desired
Strong oral and written skills, past briefing skills to senior leadership desired
Occasional travel expected
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Additional Details
Positive Education required, transcripts must be provided
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance
Position requires current or pre-employment drug testing
Occasional travel away from regular duty location may be required.
May be required to work irregular duty hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
Employees may be subject to an initial or subsequent polygraph as a condition of employment
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About spaceforcemil
Space RCO delivers advanced systems that protect space assets and defend joint forces from space-enabled threats. Leveraging streamlined acquisition authorities, Space RCO plays a vital role in fielding mission-ready solutions needed to meet the dynamic challenges in the space domain. Space RCO prioritizes strong relationships across Field Commands, the broader defense community, as well as international and commercial partners to support seamless integration of space capabilities.