Title: Research and Development Contract Specialist Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. Why Join Us? + Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions. + Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace. + Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense. This is a contingent position based upon contract award KBR is seeking a highly motivated and career-oriented Research and Development Contract Specialist to join our team supporting a government client in Maryland. In this role you will be part of the acquisition management team. Responsibilities at this level include but are not limited to: + Assist in preparing documentation related to acquisition and procurement packages. + Draft documentation such as Acquisition Strategy, Acquisition Plan, Security Reviews, Sole Source Justification, Statement of Work, Proposal Evaluation Criteria, Proposal Evaluation Plan, Proposal Preparation Instructions, Source Selection, Process. + Provide timely updates to stakeholders. + Maintain tracking of all efforts and update document repository + Support the establishment of new processes, documents, and file maintenance for IARPA contract's function. Qualifications: Required: + A CURRENT and ACTIVE TOP SECRET / SCI federal security clearance with Polygraph + Five (5) or more years of relevant experience with Federal Government contracting + Two (2) years of IC experience + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Contracts, or related field + DAWIA Level I, Federal Acquisition Certification Level 1 or related professional certification + Demonstrated knowledge of contracting procedures, types, and methods, including formal advertising, negotiation, fixed-price, grants, and cost contracting + Experience developing guidance documents for acquisitions and proposals + Knowledgeable in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods. Complexities, and techniques of federal contracting, to include the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and the IARPA Government agency acquisition process Desired: + Seven (7) years of experience with Federal government contracting + Experience drafting IC acquisition strategies or plans + Experience writing Sole Source Justifications or Statements of Work + Experience with IC source selection process Basic Compensation: $82,900 - $124,400 This range is for the Maryland area only The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together. KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR A t KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.