Contracts Support Specialist

IESE Solutions · El Segundo, CA · 2 mo ago

On-siteProject ManagementFull-time

About the role

IESE Solutions is seeking a Contracts Support Specialist to support the US Space Force (USSF) in developing and deploying warfighter capabilities within the Program Executive Office (PEO) organizations in El Segundo, California.

Responsibilities

Provide expert advice to the Program Manager and Senior Space Force Leadership regarding acquisition strategies, contracting, budgeting, and execution and draft the necessary documentation (ESIS, ASP, ASD, J&A, Source Selection Strategy, etc.)
Provide contracting assistance to technical personnel involved in development of statement of work or data deliverable requirements for variety of pre-award and/or post-award procurement actions (e.g., SOW, CDRLs, Incentive Plans, etc.)
Aid with contract negotiation, price reasonableness determination, administration, and termination procedures
Aid the contracting office in preparing contract modifications and supporting documentation for actions such as funding, award fee, period of performance extensions, and admin modifications
Develop and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by/tailored from DoDI 5000.02, and relevant DoD, AF, and Space Systems Command policies
Draft technical evaluations and function as an advisor in source selections
Maintain and monitor contractor performance for compliance with contract terms/conditions & ensure timely submission of contract deliverables

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 15 years of related experience with:

Contracting regulations and procurement procedures
Department of Defense Major Capability Acquisition System process
Variety of Contract types (e.g. Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable, with and without incentive/award fee arrangements)
Drafting and/or evaluating Proposals to include negotiations
Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System process

Active DoD security clearance, adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable)

Willingness to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and willing to consent to a Polygraph examination

Desired Skills:

Professional certification (e.g., PMI PMP, APDP, DAWIA, CFCM, CPCM)
Planning, Programing, Budget and Execution process
Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System process
Experience with the Adaptive Acquisition Framework
Subcontract Management
Experience within the National Security Space domain
Experience working in development environment and, or U.S. Government weapons system program office

Benefits

Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required) up to 10% of qualifying salaries
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Company paid Long-term Disability insurance
Short-term Disability insurance
Discretionary Performance Bonus
Paid Time Off, including Holidays, Vacation
Flexible Work Hours and supportive/collaborative work environment
Continuous education sponsorship
Career opportunities to participate in the next generation space sensing enterprise ground system integration, test and deployment and develop/enhance enduring professional skills and network

Pay

As a growing small engineering firm, IESE Solutions focuses on people and customers and delivery of uninterrupted high-quality work. Our approach to attracting and retaining highly qualified candidates is to provide an opportunity to help shape the firm's future and a competitive and flexible compensation package consistent with qualifications, security clearance eligibility, and roles.

Schedule

IESE Solutions considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, security clearance, education/training, and key skills.