Contract Specialist - HYBRID - 1

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for a Contract Specialist (seeking level II, 6-10 years experience) in the Arlington/DMV-Metro area. The Contract Specialist will join a highly respected DARPA program with extensive opportunity for career advancement, supporting initiatives that impact national security and technological advancement. This opportunity is hybrid and requires 2-3 days a week on-site in the Arlington, VA office per week! Responsibilities for the Contract Specialist: Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development (FAR Part 35) contracts Assist in the negotiation of contract terms and conditions with government and contractor personnel Prepare contract modifications and maintain accurate contract documentation Analyze procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations Perform cost and price analysis and support the development of cost proposals Work alongside contracting officers on the team! Qualifications for the Contract Specialist: *Active TS or TS/SCI clearance REQUIRED* 6+ years of experience in government contracting (officer or specialist preferred) Full cradle-to-grave contract administration experience Experience preparing cost proposals, negotiating terms and conditions of contracts, preparing contract modifications, administering contracts or subcontracts, and analyzing cost and prices Experience working with FARS/DFARS regulations and R&D contracts DoD contracting experience preferred Experience with OTA's/Cooperative Agreements preferred Familiarity/experience with DARPA or NAVSEA is a plus! Bachelors' degree required Compensation for the Contract Specialist: Salary: $110,000-$160,000 based on professional experience Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr