Administrative/Technical Specialist

Naval Sea Systems Command • Crane, IN

23h • Onsite

About The Position

You will serve as an Administrative/Technical Specialist in the Business Operations Branch (GXWB), Missile Systems Hardware and Test Division (GXW), Global Deterrence and Defense Department (GX) of NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER. This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The full performance level of NT-05 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-13 and GS-14.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-04 pay band (GS-11/GS-12 equivalency) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: analyzing and evaluating acquisition plans and techniques for pre-award and post-award functions to improve the efficiency and execution of program operations.
• Examples of qualifying experience may include: (1) developing and maintaining long-term acquisition plans; (2) determining methods of procurement and contract types, documenting acquisition strategies, and securing appropriate approvals; (3) applying a comprehensive understanding of federal contracting regulations; (4) managing productive relationships with vendors and contracting partners.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Acquisition Lead for the Missile Systems Hardware and Test Division, acting as the primary technical liaison between the Contracting Officer (CO) and the contractor.
• Analyze and evaluate plans and techniques of pre-award and post-award functions involving highly specialized acquisitions.
• Provide daily technical oversight of the contract, ensuring that contractor performance is in accordance with the contract’s terms, conditions, and quality assurance surveillance plan.
• Review and interpret technical requirements, validate invoices for technical accuracy, and maintain comprehensive documentation in the official COR file.
• Manage inputs, status, and history of acquisitions for quarterly Capital Planning Purchase Board (CPPB).
• Work across all stakeholders to develop and maintain the divisions 5-year Acquisition Plan, and brief management at Quarterly execution review on all acquisition efforts.
• Ensure that technical issues and potential contractual problems are identified and resolved promptly to support the mission.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed