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ANSER · 2 days ago

Acquisition Contracting Specialist (Subject Matter Expert)

Huntsville, AL

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions and is seeking a Program Contracting Specialist (Subject Matter Expert) to support a dynamic space acquisition and research federal program. In this role, you will provide comprehensive contract and subcontract management guidance and support across the full acquisition lifecycle.

ConsultingNational SecurityNon ProfitPublic SafetyRisk Management

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive contract and subcontract management support across the full acquisition lifecycle

Assist with drafting and reviewing requests for proposals (RFPs), technical evaluations, contract negotiations, and execution activities

Support contract administration by ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, timelines, and deliverables

Offer guidance on acquisition strategy, risk mitigation, contractual rights and obligations, and problem resolution

Advise management and stakeholders on key contracting issues, including risk avoidance, policy interpretation, and strategic decision-making

Provide technical and operational insight to support program and business management teams in contract-related decisions

Support the management of existing Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and contribute to follow-on acquisition strategies

Assist with the planning and execution of source selections, including coordination of functional meetings and documentation development

Draft and review source selection materials such as acquisition strategies, source selection plans, evaluation criteria, and NDAs

Ensure all contracting support activities align with applicable laws, regulations (e.g., FAR), and internal acquisition policies

Qualification

Active TS/SCI ClearanceFederal contracting expertiseAcquisition lifecycle management’s DegreeCMMC Compliance understandingNCMA Certification(s)PCOBuyer experienceNIST SP 800-171 understandingSoft skills

Required

Active TS/SCI Clearance

Master's Degree in relevant field

15 + years' acquisition and contract experience supporting federal contracts and acquisition programs

Demonstrated expertise in Federal, DoD, Air Force, and Space System Command (SSC) contracting processes and procedures

Prior experience contract actions including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications, and award or incentive fee management

Preferred

Prior PCO or Buyer experience

Understanding of CMMC Compliance, NIST SP 800-171

NCMA Certification(s) – CFCM, CPCM

Company

ANSER

In 1958 the Air Force needed a technically qualified unbiased organization that could rapidly provide analysis for identified and evolving mission requirements.

Founded in 1958

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees