Technical Acquisition and Contracts Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Technical Acquisition and Contracts Specialist to join their team. The successful candidate will provide technical program advice and support to government customers and stakeholders, with a focus on space-related acquisition and systems engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 12 years of relevant experience in space-related acquisition and systems engineering
• Previous experience leading highly technical project teams
• Requires contracts management understanding to support the Contract Lifecycle from proposal preparation and strategy through submittal, negotiations, execution, and closeout
• Experienced with Government (FAR / DFAR) contracting
• Experience with non-FAR based instruments such as Other Transaction Agreements, Grants, and/or Cooperative Agreements
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across corporate staff, peers, management, program offices, customers, and contractors
• Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes excellence and collaboration
• Willing to travel domestically up to 10%
• U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect