Contracts Specialist

Responsibilities Noblis ESI is seeking a Contract Specialist to work with our clients in supporting our customer in Chantilly VA. Job Responsibilities: The Contracts Specialist will provide essential acquisition and contracting support to the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), ensuring compliance with federal regulations while facilitating efficient procurement of goods and services critical to NRO's mission. The specialist will be responsible for contract development, administration, negotiation, and oversight throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Develop and manage contracts for NRO programs, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), the NRO Acquisition Manual (NAM), and other agency-specific policies. Prepare and review procurement documentation, including Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and Justifications & Approvals (J&As). Attend PMRs/BMRs and provide analysis of progress. Conduct market research and cost analysis to support acquisition strategy decisions. Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and performance benchmarks with vendors and contractors. Monitor contractor performance, resolve issues, and ensure timely execution of contract deliverables. Assist in the development and execution of acquisition strategies to optimize mission success and fiscal responsibility. Provide guidance to program managers on contract management best practices and compliance requirements. Participate in audits and assessments, responding to inquiries from internal and external oversight entities. Maintain records and documentation for contract files, ensuring adherence to reporting and record-keeping standards. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, or a related field. Alternatively, demonstrate an additional 5 years of related experience per level if no bachelor's degree is held. Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph US citizenship is required. Experience in government contracting, acquisition management, or procurement processes. Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with program stakeholders and contracting officers. Ability to travel - 10% Mid-Level Bachelor's degree 6 - 8 years of experience Compensation: $97,400 - $152,225 Senior-Level Bachelor's degree 12 years of experience Compensation: $142,600 - $222,850 Desired Qualifications Master's degree or certifications such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level I or II. Experience supporting intelligence or defense agencies, including NRO, DoD, or other IC organizations. Familiarity with classified contract management and security requirements. Strong written and oral communication skills for presenting acquisition strategies and contract decisions. Overview Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us Why work at a Noblis company? Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace. Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us . EEO is the Law E-Verify Right to Work Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site. Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package. Posted Salary Range USD $97,400.00 - USD $222,850.00 /Yr.