Contracts Specialist

• An Active Secret Clearance is required for consideration to this position*

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support DARPA'S Contracts Management Office (CMO). The Contracts Specialist will work in a hybrid setting based out of Arlington, VA in support of DARPA's research and development mission to make pivotal investments in breakthrough technologies for National Security.

Responsibilities of the Contracts Specialist include:

• Responsibilities will include preparing and administering terms and conditions of Department of Defense Research & Development (FAR Part 35) contracts
• Assisting in the negotiation of contracts
• Preparing contract modifications; Analyzing procurement policies and procedures
• Analyzing proposed costs and prices
• Preparing required contract file documentation per the FAR, DFARS, and other relevant policies/regulations.

Qualifications of the Contracts Specialist include:

• 5+ years of experience with government contracts
• Experience using Procurement Desktop-Defense technologies, PD2
• Bachelor's degree
• Active DoD Secret clearance

Compensation includes:

• Salary Range: $110,000 - 170,000 depending on experience and LCAT placement
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Holidays

This job posting opens on 7/10/26 and will stay open for at least 30 days from the date of posting

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