This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Acq Demo Business and Technical Management to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is part of the Missile Defense Agency, Missile Defense Career Development Program (MDCDP).

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a Contract Specialist at the NH-1102-2 some of your typical work assignments may include: This is a developmental position. The incumbent works under close supervision and works in a developmental capacity performing assignments and completing training, both of which are aimed at preparing the incumbent to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform progressively more challenging assignments independently. Review and scrutinize defense contractor cost/price proposals for defensive weapon systems and services. Develop the Government's negotiation position and negotiation strategy. Present recommendations to leadership, obtain approval to negotiate, and work with counterparts in industry to reach a fair and reasonable cost/price. Conduct acquisition planning and, in coordination with the technical program office, determine the contract strategy to be used in the acquisition of a specific program element.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: None
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is situational telework eligible
• Pre-employment urinalysis testing and random testing required.
• Position requires DoD Acquisition Contracting Professional certification within required timeframes.
• Must obtain mandatory Back to Basics (B2B) certification within 36 months of entry into position.
• Must achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH -02 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/ GS-05 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Experience communicating both orally and in writing Experience working in a team environment, including cross-collaboration among peers Experience with Microsoft Office Suite OR B. I possess one academic year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education. OR C. I meet the requirements for Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership as described in OPM qualification standards. OR D. I possess a combination of education and experience as described in letters A & B. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1102, series as listed below: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/500066p.PDF?ver=8uLQi55jR6NBmspg1dirzg%3d%3d I have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees. I have included my transcript with my application. OR I have served as a contracting officer with authority to award or administer contracts in excess of the Simplified Acquisition Threshold on or before September 30, 2000. This exception does not apply to new hires into an 1102 position. I have listed this experience in my resume. OR I have served in an 1102 position or as a Service member in a similar occupational specialty on or before September 30, 2000. This exception does not apply to new hires into an 1102 position. I have listed this experience in my resume. OR. I am enlisted member of the Contingency Contracting Force (CCF). This exemption only applies to CCF members in their current or future CCF positions. The baccalaureate degree exemption does not apply to current CCF members seeking employment within DoD as an 1102. This exception does not apply to new hires into an 1102 position. I have listed this experience in my resume. NOTE: Students are eligible to apply for this position 6 months prior to graduation.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address Missile Defense Agency Bldg 5222 Martin Rd Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 US
• Name: MDA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146920299
• Email: [email protected]