What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Specialist position at QinetiQ US?
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 the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Contracts Specialist to support SDA’s mission. Responsibilities include:
Responsibilities
- Assist the Government contracting officer with the solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts and Other Transactions for Prototypes for research and development and/or enterprise operations services for SDA.
- Assist the Government contracting officer with the administration of contracts and agreements by assuring compliance with the terms and conditions, including resolution of problems concerning the obligations and duties of the parties.
- Assist the Government contracting officer with terminating contracts and agreements by analyzing, negotiating, and settling claims and proposals.
- Perform cost analysis of performer/offeror proposals submitted to SDA to determine cost reasonableness.
- Plan, establish, or review contracts, programs, policies, or procedures.
- Assist with the development of acquisition strategies and managing of source selections.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
- 10 years' Federal contracting experience
- Highly organized and able to work in fast-paced environment
- Top Secret/SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- DAWIA Certification a plus
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 staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.
