Contracts Specialist 1

NSTXL (National Security Technology Accelerator)•Washington, DC

9d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Specialist I will provide administrative and coordination support to the contracts team throughout the acquisition process under an assigned portfolio of Other Transaction-based projects focused on prototyping emerging technologies for defense applications. The Specialist will report to the Senior Contracts Manager and will be responsible for contractual functions in support of a team of specialists, government clients, and consortium members throughout all prototype project phases.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or other Degree in relevant field of study such as Business Administration.
Active TS/SCI clearance
3+ years of Government / Department of War (DoW) contracting experience
Data entry expertise with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including written correspondence and verbal communication.
Strong organizational skills related to file management and deadline tracking.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and contract management software

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of legal requirements & protocols involved with defense contracting
Direct experience with Other Transaction Agreements (10 U.S. Code § 4021 & 4022)
Knowledge and understanding of the FAR Source Selection Processes and/or Commercial Supplier Selection Processes
Familiarity with OUSW or Department of the Navy programs

Responsibilities

Contract Administration and Coordination
Provide timely administrative and coordination support throughout contract actions with performers or customers, including documenting outcomes and anticipated modifications.
Facilitate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including scheduling engagements.
Act as a liaison to external sources of data and information required by the portfolio.
Monitor the shared inbox and coordinate with the appropriate contracting lead on responses.
Support efficient contract execution through timely coordination and follow-up across stakeholders.
Documentation and Data Management
Conduct data entry using applicable cloud-based collaboration tools on a daily basis.
Maintain an organized, accurate, and complete contract file structure for all projects under the assigned portfolio and template library, ensuring accessibility and compliance with contractual, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
Facilitate the receipt and capture of solicitation questions and responses.
Ensure data integrity and consistency across systems and contract records.
Contract Review and Compliance Support
Assist in the preparation, review, and editing of agreement information to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and external policies and regulations.
Perform reviews of written deliverables and briefings.
Review proposal/solution documentation for solicitation compliance.
Support compliance efforts by identifying discrepancies and ensuring documentation meets required standards.
Research and Reporting Support
Independently identify and research relevant topics for supervisor or team review and discussion.
Demonstrate a working understanding of projects associated with the assigned OTA portfolio.
Contribute to presentations in support of various actions as assigned.
Provide analytical and research support to inform contract actions and team decision-making.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Medical and dental – company pays 92% of premiums for individual coverage and for family coverage
Vision Insurance: Fully covered
Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
Paid Time Off: Paid sick and safe leave, paid floating holidays, and generous vacation
Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid
Voluntary Life
Flexible & remote work structure
Wellness reimbursement plan & mental health support
Community sponsorships
Donation matching
Professional development allowance