Supervisory Contract Specialist (Direct Hire)

US National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Agency Wide • Huntsville, AL

384d • $143,736 - $191,900

About The Position

The Supervisory Contract Specialist at NASA is responsible for overseeing the procurement, administration, and close-out of major service, Research and Development (R&D), and spaceflight hardware contracts. This role involves providing technical supervision, defining strategic objectives, and participating in the agency's procurement management team. The specialist will also present significant programs to high-ranking officials and offer expert advice on complex contracting issues, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 level in contract management.
• Valid level III Federal Acquisition Certification-Contracting (FAC-C) or equivalent certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in project management.
• Knowledge of business and industry practices related to contracting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise procurement, administration, and close-out of major contracts.
• Provide administrative and technical supervision to the unit.
• Identify strategic objectives and define technical work requirements.
• Participate in the agency's procurement management team.
• Present programs of significant interest to high-ranking representatives.
• Provide authoritative advice on complex contracting issues.
• Perform a full range of supervisory duties including work assignment and evaluation.
• Recommend personnel actions and identify training needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Opportunities for advancement within the agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree