Senior Contract (Acquisition) Specialist

Sr. Contracts/Acquisition Specialist | 5-Days Onsite in Washington, DC/Reston, VA | 170k – 180k/yr

Job Description

Provides guidance and direction on acquisition position identification; acquisition position coding and documentation support, analysis activities, and workforce planning activities in compliance with the standards of the Defense Acquisition Workforce Implementation Act (DAWIA) and existing policies and procedures.

Projects to be performed include, but are not limited to, participation in design methodology for workforce identification/revalidation; support socialization and marketing efforts; assists with data retrieval and data analysis activities for workforce planning activities and requirements.

Provides advice and assistance to functional area technical experts (COR/ACOR and program offices) on contractual matters in the acquisition planning stages based on a working knowledge of regulation policy.

Assists with the development of writing performance criteria and requirements into sound/sufficient SOW/PWS and/or orders.

Performs or evaluates market research and trends, conditions, and technological advances as they apply to the program.

Assists with the development of source selection evaluation criteria. Coordinates and works with the technical experts and the contracting office to ensure project milestones are reflected in the contractual documents and project plan.

Assists in the development of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).

Hard Skills

9 years (2 being recent) Federal DOD or IC Contracts/Acquisition Experience

Active TS – Open to getting SCI and in the future IC Poly

Bachelors degree

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Stafford, Virginia.

Work Environment

Onsite in Reston or DC at DIA

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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