Contract Specialist

Termination Contract SpecialistOBXtek is seeking several mid-level Termination Contract Specialists. The specialist will provide expert guidance on the procedural, legal, and operational requirements for terminating contracts, ensuring compliance with USAID and U.S. Government regulations. This is a hybrid, full-time role in Washington DC area, working closely with Contracting Officers (COs), legal counsel, technical offices, and partners.Key Responsibilities:Advise on terminations for convenience or default of contracts. Individuals must have demonstrated abilities to assimilate and apply knowledge on all types of award mechanisms quickly and efficiently.Prepare all required documentation for award terminations, including termination notices, determinations and findings, negotiation memoranda, and settlement agreements.Interpret and apply applicable sections of the FAR and USAID supplemental regulations and policies.Process actions in USAID's contracts and financial management system.Coordinate with the Office of General Counsel, technical teams, and implementing partners to manage the termination process.Assess financial, contractual, and programmatic implications of terminations and recommend risk mitigation strategies.Ensure post-termination actions, including audits, final payments, and closeouts, are completed in compliance with USAID policy.Develop guidance, templates, and training materials to strengthen USAID's institutional approach to award terminations.Work on-site 3 days per week Qualifications:FAC-C Professional or CFCM certification is required.At least 5 years' of experience in US government contract management with at least 1 year of experience terminating contracts and negotiating termination settlements.Bachelor's degree in Business.Capability to quickly assimilate new information and become proficient in topics for which they may not have knowledge, e.g. Government to Government, Title II, Interagency Awards, and Public International Organizations.Security Clearance Public Trust Company Information Headquartered in McLean, Virginia and founded in 2009, OBXtek is a fast-growing leader in the government contracting field. Our mission is Our People...Our Reputation. Our people are trained professionals who enhance our customers' knowledge and innovation using technology, collaboration, and education. We offer a robust suite of benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, matching 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement plans and much more. As a government contractor, OBXtek pairs lessons learned across disciplines with industry standard quality practices such as CMMC Level 2, CMMI-Dev Level III, ITIL, 6Sigma, PMI, and ISO. Our rapid growth has been recognized by INC500, the Washington Business Journal, and Washington Technology magazine. OBXtek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.