Contract Specialist On-site US Navy shipyard

Job Description

Job Description

McGarity is seeking experienced Contract Specialists to support a potential U.S. Navy contract at a shipyard in Kittery, Maine. This is a contingent position , contingent on contract award, government approval, and meeting applicable position requirements.

Position Overview

The Contract Specialist will provide comprehensive, cradle-to-grave acquisition support within a U.S. Navy Contracting & Logistics Department. The successful candidate will assist government contracting officers with the planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeout of fixed-price and cost-type contracts involving complex supplies, services, and information technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and support acquisition planning activities.
• Draft RFQs, RFPs, and combined synopsis/solicitations.
• Perform cost and price analysis.
• Support source-selection activities.
• Prepare contract award documentation.
• Support IDIQ, BOA, BPA, Task Order, and Delivery Order actions.
• Assist with post-award contract administration, including modifications, claims, and contract closeout.
• Perform acquisition activities in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable local command policies.
• Work closely with government contracting personnel to support acquisition requirements throughout the contract lifecycle.

Work Location & Schedule

• Location: On-site at a U.S. Navy shipyard in Kittery, Maine
• Employment: Full-time, W-2
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day
• Operating Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time
• Telework: Only when approved by the government

Eligibility Requirements

5 years of U.S. Government contracting experience; a specified contracting certification or equivalent; a bachelor's degree; advanced Excel skills; and proficiency in federal acquisition systems.

Candidates must also:

• Be a U.S. citizen .
• Be eligible to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) .
• Be eligible for DBIDS base access , including a favorable background investigation.
• Be able to work on-site in Kittery, Maine .

Security clearance note: The solicitation references an active security clearance at the time of award. The specific clearance level is currently being confirmed with the Contracting Officer.

Compensation: $110,000 annually

Important Notice

This is a contingent employment opportunity. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon contract award, government approval, verification of required qualifications and credentials, and satisfaction of applicable security and access requirements.