Contract Specialist

PERIKIN Enterprises maintains a contract with the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Office of Nuclear Smuggling Detection and Deterrence (NSDD) (NA-213) within the Office of Global Material Security (GMS) (NA-21) to support the Department of Energy (DOE). NSDD works with international partners to strengthen capabilities to deter, detect, and investigate the smuggling of nuclear and radiological materials by providing the expertise and tools needed to respond to smuggling events. This includes the deployment and sustainment of radiation detection equipment. The Government Contract Specialist will directly support the Contracting Officers (CO) for the Office of Partnership & Acquisition Services (NA-PAS-312) for NSDD to execute and maintain all phases of the program's contracting, acquisition, and financial assistance actions. This position is currently requires a minimum of 1 day per week in the office, with the ability to telework up to the other 4 days per week from an approved location. Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on corporate or customer requirements. Job Duties Solicitation Support Perform market research and draft justification and approval documents, synopses, requests for proposals (RFPs), and award documents for competitive and sole-source procurements. Prepare and coordinate acquisition packages in accordance with NNSA's Coordination and Approval Process (CAP). Provide administrative and logistical support for proposal evaluations, source selection reports, and offeror communications. Contract Award Support Draft pre-negotiation objectives and price negotiation memoranda. Perform cost/price analysis of contractor proposals. Draft and process contractual documentation for new awards, modifications, and task orders. Support Contracting Officers (COs) by preparing correspondence, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings. Monitor contractor performance, track cost/schedule metrics, and respond to inquiries regarding contract performance. Ensure contractor compliance with contractual requirements, Cost Accounting Standards, and section 31 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Review and evaluate payment requests, analyze limitation‑of‑payment statements, and assist in recovering overpayments. Monitor contractor financial condition and compliance with small business requirements; provide timely notifications regarding cost overruns/underruns. Post-Award Support & Closeout Maintain NNSA's Contract/Assistance Summary Spreadsheet (CASS) by tracking and balancing invoices and modifications monthly. Administer contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions. Execute administrative closeout procedures and modifications. General Drafting & Writing Duties Draft, review, and edit technical and non‑technical documentation to ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to federal regulations and NNSA templates. Organize and translate complex information into clear, accurate, concise written documentation. Education & Experience Bachelor's Degree in an applicable discipline 4 years of procurement experience with a government agency Minimum Requirements Ability to pass a background check and obtain a DOE Level Q Clearance Ability to work independently with minimal oversight Experience in Government Contracts, FFP and CPFF Knowledge of Government (preferably DOE) Contracting Practices and FAR standards Strong research and analytical skills with strong attention to detail Strong and professional writing and communication skills Ability to professionally interface with the client and Contractors/Offerors to the Government Desirable Qualifications Active DOE Q or DOD TS clearance Knowledge of government systems, such as STRIPES and FAST Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift a minimum of 15 pounds at times Domestic travel up to 5% Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Health Spending Account Long and Short‑Term Disability Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays Flexible Spending Account 401(k) with company match Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Program, veteran status, and any other status or characteristic covered by an applicable federal, state, or local EEO law. Drug Free Workplace Perikin maintains a drug‑free workplace and, in compliance with the Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Energy (DOE) regulations, requires a pre‑employment drug screening and background check. This background check includes verification of personal references, credit history, law enforcement records, and employment/education history. Successful completion of these screenings is mandatory for job consideration. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement PERIKIN Enterprises, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. PERIKIN makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Pay Transparency Statement PERIKIN Enterprises, LLC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information on your rights under federal law, please visit the OFCCP website #J-18808-Ljbffr Perikin Enterprises