Contract Support Specialist

Location & Schedule

Onsite position in Arlington, VA. Monday‑Friday. Candidates must reside in the Arlington, VA area.

Compensation

Target annual compensation range: $65,000 – $75,000. Final compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and location. Competitive benefits are included.

General Experience

• In‑depth knowledge of Federal Contracting regulations (FAR and others).
• Hands‑on expertise in contracting and procurement.
• Experience establishing and implementing U.S. Government acquisition programs and policies.
• Minimum 5 years of contracting/procurement experience and a bachelor’s degree, or 7 years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Professional training and certifications preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Functional Responsibilities

• Review Request for Contract packages, solicitations, and contract files.
• Conduct market research.
• Review cost/price proposals and/or quotes.
• Prepare reports, document findings, and other supporting documentation.
• Process orders and contract modifications.
• Maintain official documentation in files in accordance with the FAR and office procedures.
• Handle actions related to pre‑ and post‑award.
• Prepare required correspondence.
• Update systems as required by the FAR and office procedures.
• Review documents and provide feedback as necessary.

Duties

• Process Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act requests and/or Congressional inquiries.
• Establish and maintain data for assigned work, including logbooks and automated systems for internal/external reporting.
• Prepare purchase orders and maintain official documentation in files.
• Oversee retention of records by contractors to meet Government records review requirements.
• Handle actions related to pre‑ and post‑award.
• Prepare correspondence.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and disposal of files.
• Review documents and provide feedback as necessary.

Minimum Education / Certification / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of contracting and procurement experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience (seven years of directly related experience may substitute for the degree).
• FAC‑C or DAWIA certification in contracting strongly preferred.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact HR at 703‑584‑8317 or humanresources@xla.com for assistance.