Senior Contract Specialist

Role Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Clearance Required: Active Secret required; TS/SCI preferred or ability to obtain
Certification Required: DAWIA Level II or higher, Back-to-Basics Contracting Professional, or equivalent

Job Summary

Avyon Consulting Group is seeking experienced Senior Contract Specialists to support an Air Force acquisition mission at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. This role supports a high-visibility federal contracting environment and requires professionals with strong pre-award and post-award experience, sound knowledge of the FAR/DFARS, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced mission setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave federal contracting support
• Support acquisition planning, market research, and solicitation development
• Prepare and review contract documents, modifications, and supporting files
• Assist with cost/price analysis, evaluations, negotiation documentation, and award actions
• Perform post-award administration including closeout, invoice support, records management, and contract file maintenance
• Coordinate with Contracting Officers, CORs, Program Managers, and mission stakeholders
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, law, economics, public administration, or related discipline
• 5+ years of federal contracting experience preferred
• Experience supporting DoD or Air Force contracting environments
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS
• Experience with WAWF, SharePoint, contract writing/filing systems, and closeout processes
• Strong written communication and documentation skills
• Active Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred or ability to obtain
• DAWIA Level II or higher, Back-to-Basics Contracting Professional, FAC-C, or equivalent preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IDIQs, task orders, and contract modifications
• Experience in both pre-award and post-award contracting support
• Familiarity with CPARS, COR appointment support, and acquisition milestone tracking
• Ability to work on-site in a secure government environment

Why Join Avyon

Avyon Consulting Group supports mission-critical federal programs with a focus on quality, responsiveness, and strong customer partnership. We are building a team of acquisition professionals who can contribute immediately and help drive results in a demanding Air Force environment.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person