Contracting Specialist

Job overview

The Contracting Specialist role is onsite in McLean, VA, with a stated salary range of $120,000–$160,000 annually. Credence provides technology-enabled support to federal defense and health organizations. This position provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance support to Project Manager Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PM PNT). The specialist coordinates acquisition and contracting activities, develops procurement documentation, and aligns milestones with program objectives. The work helps PM PNT manage requirements, schedules, risks, and contract execution in coordination with government and industry stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Plan, develop, review, and track Acquisition Requirements Packages
• draft statements of objectives, work, and performance work statements, specifications, evaluation criteria, and solicitation documents
• develop procurement request packages
• maintain contract metrics
• research contract actions in EDA, FPDS, SAM.gov, and internal systems
• analyze contract periods, funding, terms, deliverables, and acquisition data
• coordinate stakeholders and synchronize requirements
• align milestones with the integrated master schedule
• prepare and support reviews
• track CDRL submissions
• support acquisition strategies and contract types
• identify risks
• support post-award monitoring and modifications
• and help ensure fiscal compliance. Active secret security clearance is required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contracting specialist

mclean va

credence

full-time

$120k–$160k

department of defense acquisition

pm pnt

far and dfars

procurement packages

contract management

active secret clearance

acquisition strategy

federal contracting

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• retirement plan (401(k), IRA)
• basic and voluntary life insurance and AD&D
• paid vacation, sick leave, and public holidays
• maternity and paternity leave
• short- and long-term disability
• training and development.

Why this role

Two experienced specialists are needed. Candidates must meet one of the listed education and experience combinations for Levels II, III, or IV. Benefits include health care, retirement plan, life insurance, paid time off, family leave, disability coverage, and training and development.

About the employer

Credence is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Facilities Management Services. Sector: 54.