Acquisition Contracting Specialist – SME

What you'll be doing:

• Lead and manage all aspects of contract actions required by the program office, including solicitations, contract modifications, change proposals, and award/incentive fee execution.
• Provide subject matter expertise on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DoD, Air Force, and SSC-specific contracting procedures.
• Coordinate with program managers, legal teams, finance, and technical stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant contract execution.
• Support the development of acquisition strategies, source selection documents, justifications, and contract documentation.
• Advise on risk mitigation strategies and provide recommendations on contractual structure and approach.
• Track contract performance and support resolution of contractual issues or disputes.
• Ensure all actions comply with applicable regulations, timelines, and audit standards.

What you'll need:

• Master’s degree in Acquisition, Business, Contract Management, or a related field is preferred.
• A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
• SME-level experience in federal or DoD contracting, including Air Force and SSC environments.
• Prior experience as a Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) or Buyer is preferred.
• Strong understanding of contract types, pricing strategies, and incentive structures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination skills.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.