Contract Specialist

**Contract Specialist** Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL **Job Summary:** ZelTech is seeking a Contract Specialist to support Government Contracting Officers/Specialist, CORS, and program/project managers. This candidate will facilitate the planning preparation, coordination, quality checking, editing and tracking of acquisition actions to procure a wide range of materials and services in accordance with federal DoD acquisition and financial management regulations. **Requirements:** - BA/BS degree or higher - In lieu of degree, five (5) or more years ofexperience. - Active Top-Secret or higher security clearance - Obtain an SCI nomination and pass a Polygraph within 90 days of employment. - Must be a US citizen. - Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR and acquisition planning. - Experience with Cost Type contracts along with RandD contracting. - Must be familiar with working in Federal government Information Systems (IS) environments to include Department of Defense (DOD), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and other relevant agencies or organizations. ```{=html} ``` - Communication skills in order to explain the progress and results of the work to them. - Multitasking skillsand set priorities within a team environment. - Experience administering cost plus, time and material, and firm fixed price contracts. - Experience in DoD contracting. - FAR and DFAR knowledge and familiarity. - Knowledge of acquisition process. - Coordinate consultants and purchase orders. - DAWIA Level II Certification. - Interpersonal skills. - Work well independently or as part of a group. - Writing skills, as there may be a requirement to write reports. - Successful background and drug screening check. **Preferred Requirements**: - Five (5) or more years of experience performing contract administration. - Level III DAWIA or FAC-C certification in the field of contracting or its equivalent. - Experience using the government Contract Management System (CMS) **Responsibilities:** - Perform market research, analysis and preparation of cost estimates in support of life cycle acquisition activities. - Support Project Officers (and CORs) in the development of contractual documents for PR packages. - Review PR packages for formatting, consistency, appropriate markings, ensure correct template is used, and review CDRLs (DD 1423-2). - Examine and evaluate budget estimates for completeness, accuracy and conformance with procedures and regulations. - Track, update, and report on budget execution. Input accurate and timely project costs into DIA accounting systems. - Identify deficiencies in the flow of and collect missing information. - Interpret reports from varied accounting systems to include DIA-unique systems. - Support establishment and implementation of SOPs to support program management reviews and financial and performance audits. - Support ATI personnel with special projects to include scheduling and agenda preparation for visitors. - Establish and maintain files of official Government documentation in both paper and electronic form to be readily accessible and searchable. - Plan and implement internal business processes to ensure the successful completion of operational tasking. - Create and maintain contract files and documentation. - Participate in trade studies to solve technical problems and identify preferred solutions. - Participate in technical reviews to assess project progress from design through development and delivery. - Serve as a critical user team member on Division wide, multidisciplinary efforts that involve critical IT issues. - Comply with CCAFS industrial hygiene requirements. - Conduct research as required. - Perform other duties as assigned **Physical Demands or Work Environment:** The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - The majority ofthe time is spent in an office setting. - Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. - Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. - Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. **Benefits** - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - 401k immediate vesting with company match - Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Savings Account with company contributions - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Bonuses for performance Voluntary life/accidental death and dismemberment - Educational assistance and special training programs - Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life) - Group life insurance (Company paid) - Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid) - Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave - Health and fitness reimbursement - Referral bonuses - Employee discounts on various services and products **Equal Opportunities** **ZelTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.**