Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.!

The Intelligence Programs Group, part of Systems Planning and Analysis Inc.'s Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community. We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities. We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense. Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team!

SPA is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Contracts Specialist - Intermediate to join our Rushmore FOS team supporting the Mission Integration Directorate.

The ideal candidate will have experience conducting a wide range of acquisition lifecycle activities, including:

Acquisition planning
• Contract administration
• Source selection
• Cost plus and cost reimbursement contract types
• Cost and price analysis
• Negotiation experience

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Act as a business advisor with regard to acquisition strategy, contract types, market research, contracting methods and sole source and competitive procedures
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
• Support Pre-Award function including but not limited to:
• • Preparing contract-related documents (e.g., Acquisition Research Center (ARC) postings, Acquisition Plans, Contract Review Panel (or equivalent) briefings and other documentation required for contract award and administration)
  • Review Requests for Contract Action Packages (RCAPs) for adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements
  • Preparing Request for Proposals (RFPs)/solicitations
  • Supporting proposal evaluations
  • Performing Cost/Price analysis
  • Communicating with Industry
  • Developing negotiating positions
  • Obtaining required reviews and approvals
• Support Post-Award functions including but not limited to:
  • Administering contracts
  • Executing contracts
  • Managing contract file and database systems
  • Supporting compliance reviews
  • Identifying and resolving contract performance problems/issues
  • Processing, tracking and reviewing invoices
  • Preparing and disseminating contract modifications
  • Compiling and reporting contract status to management
  • Preparing contract documentation to support briefings and meetings
  • Preparing contracts for settlement

Required Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Government customer service skills
• Experience in Functional Discipline (Contracting Specialist): 5+ Years
• HS diploma or GED
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications, desired but not required:

• NRO (or IC) experience
• DAWIA/FAC-C contracting level 2 or higher
• CFCM/CCCM/CPCM
• Bachelor's Degree in related field