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.

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-1102-4 some of your typical work assignments may include: Performing acquisition planning and developing the contractual strategy to be used in the acquisition of a specific program element. Responsible for contract planning, negotiation, award, administration and the closeout of Missile Defense Agency contract activities at an expert level for fixed price and cost reimbursement Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) based contracts and non-FAR based contracts. Conducting independent reviews of procurement programs to determine management effectiveness and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies. Analyzing and evaluating sources of supply and their status pertaining to research and development, major weapon systems, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), engineering services and Advisory and Assistance Services, as well as being familiar with technical requirements or the services and equipment, including program objectives to advise during pre-solicitations and to conduct the negotiation. Planning, prioritizing, organizing, monitoring and evaluating work activities to meet timelines and accomplishing goals within established schedule and budget. Negotiating individual contracts within the program to obtain services and/or products for the Government at a fair and reasonable cost within acceptable time frames. Serves as a warranted procuring contracting officer.

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: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Recruitment/Relocation Incentive $10,000 may be approved unless regulatory or statutory rules prevail.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is situational telework eligible. incumbent required to be in the office no less than 2 days per pay period.
• Must obtain/maintain Non-critical Sensitive/Secret security clearance
• Position is a DoD Critical Acquisition Position and requires DoD Acquisition Contracting Professional certification within required timeframes; must sign a written agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years.
• 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
• Pre-employment urinalysis testing and random testing required

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH-04 broadband level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Experience applying Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense (DoD) Supplement to FAR., DoD bulletins, Directives and notices, internal policy guidelines, government and agency-specific guidelines and business practices, including statutes, regulations, policies and procedures, which cover different contract types. Experience working with various types of contracts, methods, and procedures to acquire sophisticated or unique research, development, test and evaluation services, weapon systems, equipment, and components, through the use of cost and fixed-price contracting and cost sharing arrangements. Experience analyzing and negotiating acquisitions of both cost reimbursement and fixed-price contracting., OR 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 A. 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 B. 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 C. 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 D. 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.

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]