Senior Contracts Associate

About This Role

Quantech Services Inc. is seeking a Senior Contracts Associate to provide expert advisory and assistance services for a major defense program within the Space Systems Command (SSC). This role involves full lifecycle contract management, focusing on negotiation, administration, compliance, and acquisition strategy execution for cutting-edge space systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client in executing source selections in accordance with FAR 9.505-4
• Coordinate functional meeting requests related to contractual matters
• Develop comprehensive source selection documentation
• Review and draft thorough proposal evaluations
• Provide expert contract and subcontract management support throughout the contract lifecycle
• Assist the client in the execution of various contracting actions, including advising on requests for proposals (RFPs) and technical evaluations
• Provide authoritative contracts guidance and determinations to program stakeholders
• Advise all levels of management on contractual rights and obligations, proactively identify and mitigate risks, develop effective strategies, and provide solutions to complex problems
• Advise and assist in the strategic management of Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and contribute to the development and execution of acquisition strategies for follow-on efforts
• Provide technical and operational leadership for program and business management teams on contractual matters
• Lead the development of robust contractual and pricing strategies, as well as comprehensive funding and expenditure profiles
• Provide comprehensive general contract office support, including managing and responding to government taskers

Requirements

• Active TS (SCI Eligible) security clearance
• Deep understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS)
• Comprehensive experience in contract lifecycle management
• Proven track record of successfully working within U.S. Space Force programs
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Space Systems Command (SSC) contracting regulations and procurement procedures
• Proven proficiency in preparing detailed and accurate contract files for review
• Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate between Government organizations and synthesize information for clear and concise presentations
• Significant experience working directly with Space Systems Command (SSC) or other Space Force organizations
• Expertise in leading the development of sophisticated contractual and pricing strategies, as well as detailed funding and expenditure profiles

Qualifications

• MA/MS in Business, Finance, Contract Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 12+ years of experience in contractual rights and obligations, risk avoidance and mitigation, strategy, and problem-solving, with a strong focus on negotiation techniques and skill in devising negotiation strategies

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications