Mid-Level Contract Closeout Specialist

QinetiQ US • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $125,000 - $175,000

About The Position

QinetiQ US is seeking a Mid-Level Contracts Closeout Specialist to support the development, advancement, and sustainment of weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force and its mission partners. The role focuses on performing contract closeouts, including ensuring delivery, inspection, and acceptance of contractual end items. The specialist will work closely with technical teams, stakeholders, Government personnel, and partners to support program success in ground, near-space, and space environments.

The position provides contract and subcontract management support and assists Government Contracting Officers and contract specialists with contracting actions across the contract lifecycle. It also provides contractual guidance and determinations, advises management on contractual obligations and risks, and supports existing IDIQ contracts and acquisition strategies for follow-on efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Eligibility for TS/SCI clearance.
• At least 5 years of federal contracting experience, including at least 3 years of contract closeout for a Department of War customer.
• Working knowledge of FAR 4.804 and DFARS 204.804 closeout procedures, including closeout time standards and quick-closeout procedures under FAR 42.708.
• Experience reconciling contract funds, de-obligating excess funds, and resolving unliquidated obligations.
• Experience coordinating with DCMA, DCAA, and finance offices on final indirect cost rates, audits, final vouchers, and contractor releases.
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS across the contract lifecycle, including IDIQ ordering, modifications, subcontract management, and FAR Subpart 9.5 organizational conflict of interest rules.
• Experience supporting source selections, contract administration, or acquisition strategy development.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a large volume of closeout actions simultaneously.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear determinations, memoranda, and closeout documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Government with source selections subject to FAR 9.505-4, including coordinating functional meeting requests, developing source selection documentation, and reviewing and drafting proposal evaluations.
• Provide contract and subcontract management support.
• Assist Government Contracting Officers and contract specialists with contracting actions, including requests for proposals, technical evaluations, contract negotiation, contract administration, and contract execution.
• Provide contract guidance and determinations, as well as technical and operational leadership for program and business management teams.
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving.
• Advise and assist with management of existing IDIQ contracts and development and execution of acquisition strategies for follow-on efforts.
• Perform contract closeouts and help ensure delivery, inspection, and acceptance of contractual end items.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level