Contracting Specialist, Journeyman

UpSlope is seeking a a Journeyman Contracting Specialist to support federal acquisition operations at a Department of the Air Force installation. In this role you will work directly alongside Air Force Contracting Officers at the Acquisition Management Integration Center (AMIC), executing the full range of pre- and post-award contracting activities across a diverse portfolio of defense acquisitions. 

This position is contingent upon successful contract award.

Responsibilities:

• Execute cradle-to-grave contracting support including acquisition planning, milestone development, solicitation preparation, and contract formation across multiple contract types and acquisition strategies.
• Conduct and document market research, develop acquisition strategies, and prepare acquisition planning documentation.
• Perform cost and price analyses, develop independent government cost estimates, and prepare price negotiation memoranda across FFP, cost-type, and T&M contract structures.
• Prepare determinations and justifications, synopses, and solicitation packages including cost contract vehicles.
• Execute post-award contract administration including modifications, option exercises, invoice resolution in WAWF, and contract closeout.
• Maintain accurate, complete contract files and deliver polished, defensible acquisition documentation to support Government decision-making.
• Provide advisory and analytical support to Government contracting officers and acquisition teams (does not perform inherently governmental functions).
  

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI required for on-site performance and must be obtainable. Personnel may perform duties with Secret clearance while TS/SCI eligibility is being adjudicated, as authorized by the Government.
• Bachelor's degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Law, Economics, Public Administration, Managerial Administration or related business discipline.
• 5 years of experience as a contracting specialist in a federal government organization.
• 5 years of experience supporting contracting officers on actions within the scope of limited warrant authorities (e.g., simplified acquisition, commercial acquisitions, and mid-tier procurements).
• DAWIA Level II certification, Back to Basics Contracting Professional certification, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable agency supplements, with the ability to apply current policies, updates, and guidance.
• Proficiency in contract writing and filing systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), Contract Closeout Module, SharePoint, and Records Application Management (RMA) or similar federal Government procurement applications.
• Demonstrated experience in simplified acquisition of commercial items, fixed price contracts, contract closeout, and brand name justifications.
• Familiarity with FAR Parts 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 31, 33 and 37…as applicable to commercial and simplified acquisitions.
• Demonstrated experience in acquisition planning, milestone development, cradle-to-grave contracting, and cost contracts.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and defensible acquisition documentation.
  
  

Desired:

• Experience supporting Air Force or other DoD contracting offices.  Familiarity with AMIC or similar acquisition command environment

Security

• Active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI required for on-site performance and must be obtainable.

About Us
Upslope Advisors is an 8(a) certified business consulting and professional services firm dedicated to delivering high-impact solutions to our federal clients. We specialize in program management, IT services, research security, and mission support that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive mission success. Our team partners closely with government agencies to design and implement strategies that accelerate response times, safeguard critical assets, and strengthen organizational resilience.