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Contracts Support Specialist

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El Segundo, CA, United States
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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.

This contract supports the Government with providing Advisory and Assistance Services to program offices that acquire space systems. The team is seeking subject matter experts that have a background with the Department of Defense acquisition process, providing acquisition and program management support to major weapon system developmental programs. Our team is at the forefront novel and burgeoning technology, helping the Government navigate system requirements and each step of the way throughout the full lifecycle development of a system acquisition.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • 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.).
  • Assist with contract negotiation, price reasonableness determination, administration, and termination procedures.
  • Assist 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.
  • Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor designs and milestone reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements.
  • Monitor & evaluate contractor performance for compliance with contract terms/conditions & ensures timely submission of contract deliverables.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree and minimum of 15 years of related experience with:
  • Contracting regulations and procurement procedures.
  • Department of Defense Major Capability Acquisition System process.
  • Various 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.
  • Must have an active DoD security clearance, adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable).
  • Must be willing 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

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. IESE Solutions offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including but are not limited to:

  • 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.

At IESE Solutions, salaries are determined by various factors including location, education, clearance, skills, and experience among others. 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.

IESE Solutions accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

IESE Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a culture of merit, diversity and inclusion.

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