Contracting Specialist

Contracting Specialist Future Opportunity CSEngineering is seeking a Contracting Specialist to join our growing team! This role will provide on-site, non-personal advisory and assistance services to a federal contracting squadron, supporting procurement, solicitation, negotiation support, and contract closeout workloads. The ideal candidate has hands-on federal/DoW operational contracting experience, strong knowledge of the FAR/RFO and DAF contracting policy, and the ability to prepare accurate, review-ready acquisition documents. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provide advisory, analytical, administrative, and document-preparation support across the acquisition lifecycle. All work is advisory only and is submitted to the Government Contracting Officer for review, determination, and signature. Prepare, coordinate, route, track, and maintain draft contract modifications, administrative changes, option-exercise documentation, and closeout files. Draft acquisition contract packages and project packages (SOW, IGCE, etc.), market research, and acquisition strategy documents. Update squadron procurement, milestone, and fiscal year-end trackers daily or on any status change. Use CON-IT, KT File Share, PIEE, SAM.gov, CPARS, and FPDS to draft, review, and maintain acquisition records under Contracting Officer direction. Attend procurement coordination meetings, capture minutes, and prepare briefing materials within 48 hours of each meeting. Research past procurement records on NIPRNet to provide contracting history and pricing insight for active requirements. Participate in Multi-Function Teams and Performance Management Teams. Coordinate with base mission partners, vendors, and contractors to clarify requirements and maintain milestones. Support surge workloads during fiscal year-end closeout (Aug 15 – Sep 30) and overtime when approved. Comply with the RFO/FAR, DFARS/DAF supplements, and AFGSC and local contracting policy. Protect CUI, Privacy Act, and nonpublic information. Do not negotiate, award, sign, or make official determinations on behalf of the Government. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution, with at least 24 semester credit hours in Accounting, Business, Finance, Law, Economics, Contracts, or Management. Minimum of two (2) years of federal/DoW operational contracting experience in construction, services, or commodity procurement, including at least two of the following: Developing acquisition strategies Preparing solicitation documents Performing proposal analysis Assisting with modifications Preparing contract closeout files Professional certification such as NCMA CFCM/CPCM or DAU CON course equivalents. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe, and the ability to learn CON-IT and PIEE. Ability to drive a personal or employer-owned vehicle to multiple job sites on base. Must complete mandatory DoD training (Cyber Awareness, Antiterrorism Level I, OPSEC, Records Management). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with Air Force or AFGSC contracting offices, and with CON-IT and KT File Share. Experience supporting construction contracting, including design/build or closeout-heavy workloads. Experience with market research, IGCE preparation, and SOW/PWS development. Existing active Position of Trust or higher clearance. LOCATION: Minot, ND (Onsite) COMPANY OVERVIEW Who we are- CSEngineering, a Service-Disabled Veteran-owned small business established in 2002, is dedicated to becoming the premier engineering and services firm in our industry, all while prioritizing client satisfaction above all else. What we do- With a rich history of excellence, we boast significant expertise in a wide array of areas, including satellite systems, weapons and missile systems, naval architecture, aviation systems, IT and Enterprise Architecture, and more. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including logistics, program management, and IT operations. As a recipient of the Hire Vets Gold Medallion award, we're proud of our commitment to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. Why should you be a part of CSE- At CSEngineering, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of passion and growth, where individuals are encouraged to excel build fulfilling careers, and continually strive for excellence. Our dedication to innovation and excellence propels us forward, as we continuously strive to set new standards in our industry. Join us and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible. CSE offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, and paid time off. CSE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran status.