Contract Specialist L3 -5652

Job Title: Contract Specialist L3 -5652

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Job Salary: $130,000 - $145,000

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Contract Specialist to support our customer’s contracting efforts. In this role, you will work closely with the Contracting Officer to plan and execute acquisitions across a diverse range of products and services, ensuring compliance with government regulations and best practices.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in contract management, a deep understanding of acquisition processes, and a strong ability to navigate complex contractual landscapes. Success in this role requires exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills / Experience Required

Contract Specialist Skills/Experience needed:

• Current and active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility REQUIRED
• Minimum 10 years of relevant DoD experience with hands-on expertise across various defense contract types
• Extensive cradle-to-grave contract support experience
• Conducting market research and preparing pre- and post-award solicitation documentation
• Reviewing proposals for regulatory compliance, supporting source selection, and evaluating contract or engineering change proposals
• Mastery of FAR and DFAR requirements with experience working with DCAA and DCMA to ensure compliance
• Expertise in cost/price evaluation, weighted guideline development, contract pricing analysis, and strategic negotiation support
• Strong collaboration with stakeholders to develop acquisition strategies, determine contract methods, and optimize contract structures
• Experience in contract administration, maintaining meticulous records, ensuring compliance, and managing contract modifications
• Supporting Contracting Officers in monitoring performance, enforcing contract terms, and addressing stakeholder concerns
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in navigating complex contracts, providing guidance, and ensuring full compliance
• Exceptional document writing, communication, and presentation skills with a proven ability to convey complex concepts to leadership and stakeholders
• Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration and innovation among team members and senior leadership
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating challenges

Education / Certifications

• Contract Specialist Education/Certifications needed:
• Bachelor’s degree, relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification in Contracting or equivalent industry certification (e.g., Certified Federal Contract Manager™)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Paternal leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000 - $145,000