Contract Specialist

Contract Specialist Position – Navy Acquisition Support Services Location: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY), Kittery, Maine Employment Type: Full-Time / Contingent upon Contract Award Minimum Certification Requirement: Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Contracting Professional Certification or equivalent (e.g., DAWIA Level II, FAC-C/FAC-C-DoD or FAC-C Level II (legacy certification)). Position Overview: Platinum Business Services LLC is seeking an experienced Contract Specialist to provide comprehensive federal acquisition and contracting support to the Contracting and Logistics Department at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine. The Contract Specialist will support the full acquisition lifecycle, including acquisition planning, market research, solicitation preparation, cost and price analysis, source selection, contract award, and post-award contract administration. The ideal candidate will apply expert knowledge of federal contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS), strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft 365 and electronic acquisition systems to ensure compliant procurement and collaborate effectively with government stakeholders. Please note: This position is contingent upon the successful award of the applicable federal contract. If the contract is not awarded to Platinum Business Services LLC, the position will not be filled. Employment is subject to contract award, applicable contract requirements, and the company's standard hiring and employment procedures. Additionally, selected, qualified candidates may be asked to return a signed "Letter of Commitment" confirming their interest in the position. This opportunity will close out on Friday, October 16, 2026 . Required Qualifications: Five to eight (5-8) years of contracting experience in the government, including but not limited to commercial and non-commercial supplies and services, IDIQs, and TO/DOs Proficient in the use of software packages such as Microsoft 365 Must have a completed Bachelor’s Degree (Business degree preferred) Expert knowledge of Federal contracting law, regulation, policies and precedents, and related principles, policies, and procedures sufficient to plan, lead, review, or audit complex procurement functions Skilled in promoting e-commerce, and supporting the use of automated acquisition systems, and other electronic systems MUST HAVE the Required Minimum Certification: Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Contracting Professional Certification or equivalent (e.g., DAWIA Level II, FAC-C (new criteria)/FAC-C-DoD or FAC-C Level II (legacy certification)). ____________________________________________________________________________________ If you meet all requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please respond to the provided email: vnguyen@weareplatinum.net Thank you! Application Question(s): Would you like us to consider and recommend your resume for other opportunities at Platinum that may be a good fit if you are not selected for this position? Do you have at least one of the listed minimum certifications (e.g., DAWIA Level II, FAC-C/FAC-C-DoD or FAC-C Level II (legacy certification))? Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kittery, ME

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