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Role: Contracts Manager SME.
Location: Huntsville, AL, or El Segundo, CA.
 
Job Description:
Looking for a Contract Manager (SME) to provide advisory & assistance services (A&AS) to support a major defense program, focusing on Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition life cycle planning and Space Force systems. 
 
This role involves contract negotiation, administration, compliance, and execution of acquisition strategies to support SSC’s mission in developing and sustaining space systems.
 
The ideal candidate will have experience with DoD acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS), contract lifecycle management, and working within U.S. Space Force programs. 
 
Key responsibilities include: 

• Assist the client in selecting sources in accordance with FAR 9.505.-4 
• Develop source selection documentation 
• Review and draft proposal evaluations 
• Support contract and subcontract management 
• Assist client in executing contracting actions (i.e., advising on request for proposals, technical evaluations, etc.) 
• Provide contract guidance and determinations 
• Advise on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving 
• Advise and assist in the management of Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and with the development and execution of acquisition strategies for follow-on efforts.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:  

• MA/MS in Business, Finance, Contract Management, or a related field. 

REQUIRED Experience Requirements:  

• Recognized expert in Federal, DoD, Air Force, and SSC contracting processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead all aspects of any contract action required by the program office, including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications, and award or incentive fee management 
• Prior PCO or Buyer experience preferred.
• Experience in all levels of management on contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem solving.
• Proficiency in preparing contract files for review.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate between Government organizations and summarize information for presentations.
• Experience working with Space Systems Command (SSC) or other Space Force organizations.
• Expertise in leading the development of contractual and pricing strategies and funding and expenditure profiles. 

Certifications: 

• NCMA Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), CFCM, or DAWIA Level II/III in Contracting. 

Security Clearance:  

• Active TS/SCI Clearance.

Additional Information:
Employment is contingent upon the award of the contract. 
We offer a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive.

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