Sr. Contracts Specialist -Secret Clearance REQUIRED- Hybrid: Arlington, VA

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a skilled Sr. Contract Specialist to support a Contracts Management Office (CMO) in Arlington, VA
. This team manages contracts, grants, and other agreements that drive DARPA’s research and development initiatives, aimed at advancing breakthrough technologies critical for national security.

• Draft and oversee the terms and conditions of Department of Defense (DoD) R&D contracts under FAR Part 35.
• Assist in contract negotiations and prepare contract modifications.
• Review and analyze procurement policies and procedures.
• Conduct cost and pricing analysis for proposals.
• Prepare contract documentation in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other relevant regulations.

• 6+ years of experience working with government contracts.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Cost analysis experience.
• Experience in government or commercial procurement, contract administration, and negotiation (DoD and Navy/NAVSEA experience preferred).
• Experience in government or commercial procurement, contract administration, negotiation (DoD experience preferred).
• Familiarity with non-FAR-based agreements such as Other Transaction Agreements, Grants, and Cooperative Agreements is a plus.
• Proficiency with Procurement Desktop-Defense (PD2) technology or other contract writing software.
• Strong understanding of FAR Part 35 – Research and Development Contracting.
• Strong knowledge or experience with Broad Agency Announcement (BBA).

Salary: $140,000- $180,000/ year (depending on experience)

Location: Arlington, VA (near Ballston Metro) –
Hybrid schedule with 1 day per week in‑office

Clearance: Must be eligible to work in the United States and maintain an Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays.