Systems Planning & Analysis
Contract Officer and Contract Technical Writer
Systems Planning & Analysis, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA)
delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. Contract Officer and Contract Technical Writer
SPA has an immediate need for a Contract Specialist/Technical Writer/Editor to provide onsite support in Norfolk, VA. Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with program managers and Procurement and Contracting (P&C) staff in the development of requirement documents such as Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, Statement of Objectives, Grading Criteria, and other procurement related documents. Translate complex, technical information into an easily understandable format for use by technical and non-technical personnel. Support P&C in advising program managers regarding format and content of requirements (SOWs, SOOs, RSDs, etc.), and prepare documents in compliance with internal procedures. Develop, draft, write, and edit requirement documents including functional descriptions, specifications, deliverables and acceptance criteria in support of P&C, program managers, and other NATO stakeholders to ensure order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology consistency. Translate technical information into clear, readable documents and conduct research to ensure use of proper technical industry terminology. Support procurement activities such as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP)/Invitations for International Bidding (IFIB), and participate as a Recorder on Solicitation Review Boards (SRB) and Contract Awards Committees (CAC). Assist in drafting and staffing of business cases to support special requests or deviations from normal procurement methods. Meticulously record all relevant contract decisions and actions of CACs. Establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels while producing high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and audience needs. Create tutorials and samples to help end-users initiate requirements in coordination with procurement staff; review and update contract templates and desk guides to standardize contracting practices as needed. Apply experience administering contracts and executing associated contract actions, including contracts and contract modifications for services or goods, task orders, delivery orders, invoicing, and understanding of contract regulations. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Active NATO or NATO Nation National Secret Security Clearance Current Passport with no travel restrictions 5 years in the last 10 of demonstrable experience capturing complex technical requirements in coordination with SMEs to support the development of contract requirements documents (within a national or international organization) 5 years in the last 10 of demonstrable experience writing, reviewing, and editing requirements and specifications for contract solicitations (within a national or international organization) Demonstrable experience working closely with a cross-functional team Demonstrated ability to acquire and present information through independent reading, interviews with subject-matter experts, written interpretation of data visualizations, or other appropriate methods Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others regardless of rank/position, the stressfulness of the situation, or the diversity of opinion Demonstrable ability to lead, train, and mentor peers, customers, and trainees in requirement document development processes Demonstrated advanced skill in oral and interpersonal communication, and writing at collegiate and professional levels in English (a writing sample supporting the development of contract requirements documents is required, no more than 5 pages) Familiarity with acquisition publications, NATO or National procurement/financial regulations, and requirements documents Familiarity with procurement practices and ability to assist in the development of contracts that allow for the flexibility required in an agile environment without compromising integrity Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (MS Office, MS 365, MS Teams, and SharePoint) Able to work fully onsite based on client needs Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Armed Forces
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Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA)
delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. Contract Officer and Contract Technical Writer
SPA has an immediate need for a Contract Specialist/Technical Writer/Editor to provide onsite support in Norfolk, VA. Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with program managers and Procurement and Contracting (P&C) staff in the development of requirement documents such as Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, Statement of Objectives, Grading Criteria, and other procurement related documents. Translate complex, technical information into an easily understandable format for use by technical and non-technical personnel. Support P&C in advising program managers regarding format and content of requirements (SOWs, SOOs, RSDs, etc.), and prepare documents in compliance with internal procedures. Develop, draft, write, and edit requirement documents including functional descriptions, specifications, deliverables and acceptance criteria in support of P&C, program managers, and other NATO stakeholders to ensure order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology consistency. Translate technical information into clear, readable documents and conduct research to ensure use of proper technical industry terminology. Support procurement activities such as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP)/Invitations for International Bidding (IFIB), and participate as a Recorder on Solicitation Review Boards (SRB) and Contract Awards Committees (CAC). Assist in drafting and staffing of business cases to support special requests or deviations from normal procurement methods. Meticulously record all relevant contract decisions and actions of CACs. Establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels while producing high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and audience needs. Create tutorials and samples to help end-users initiate requirements in coordination with procurement staff; review and update contract templates and desk guides to standardize contracting practices as needed. Apply experience administering contracts and executing associated contract actions, including contracts and contract modifications for services or goods, task orders, delivery orders, invoicing, and understanding of contract regulations. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Active NATO or NATO Nation National Secret Security Clearance Current Passport with no travel restrictions 5 years in the last 10 of demonstrable experience capturing complex technical requirements in coordination with SMEs to support the development of contract requirements documents (within a national or international organization) 5 years in the last 10 of demonstrable experience writing, reviewing, and editing requirements and specifications for contract solicitations (within a national or international organization) Demonstrable experience working closely with a cross-functional team Demonstrated ability to acquire and present information through independent reading, interviews with subject-matter experts, written interpretation of data visualizations, or other appropriate methods Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others regardless of rank/position, the stressfulness of the situation, or the diversity of opinion Demonstrable ability to lead, train, and mentor peers, customers, and trainees in requirement document development processes Demonstrated advanced skill in oral and interpersonal communication, and writing at collegiate and professional levels in English (a writing sample supporting the development of contract requirements documents is required, no more than 5 pages) Familiarity with acquisition publications, NATO or National procurement/financial regulations, and requirements documents Familiarity with procurement practices and ability to assist in the development of contracts that allow for the flexibility required in an agile environment without compromising integrity Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (MS Office, MS 365, MS Teams, and SharePoint) Able to work fully onsite based on client needs Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Armed Forces
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