Sr. Contract Specialist

Recon Craft is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Specialist to support Department of Defense, U.S. Navy, USSOCOM, and commercial acquisition programs at our Clackamas, Oregon location. Reporting to the Director of Contracts, this position is responsible for administering complex government and commercial contracts, negotiating agreements, supporting acquisition planning, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing contractual guidance to program managers and company leadership throughout the contract lifecycle.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer government prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, consulting agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, NMCARS, DoD 5000 directives, and corporate policies.
• Manage contract administration activities throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure contractual deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Develop acquisition documentation, including Acquisition Plans, Acquisition Strategies, Procurement Requests, and Performance Work Statements.
• Review solicitations, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and proposal packages for contractual compliance.
• Support proposal development, pricing reviews, and contract negotiations.
• Manage Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), reporting requirements, and contract documentation.
• Maintain contract records within Deltek Costpoint and SharePoint systems.
• Support Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, audits, data calls, and compliance reviews.
• Provide contractual guidance to program management, accounting, business development, and executive leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance, if required.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum 7–10 years of Government contracts administration experience.
• Experience supporting DoD acquisition and contracting programs.
• Experience drafting and negotiating:
  • Government Contracts
  • Subcontracts
  • Teaming Agreements
  • Commercial Agreements
• Strong knowledge of:
  • FAR
  • DFARS
  • DoD 5000 Acquisition Framework
  • Service Contract Act (SCA)
  • Davis-Bacon Act (DBA)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• DAWIA Contracting Certification or equivalent.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
• Experience supporting Navy, USSOCOM, or maritime acquisition programs.
• Experience conducting contract compliance reviews and audits.

• Strong negotiation and contract administration skills.
• Thorough understanding of Federal acquisition regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior Government officials.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.

• Primarily office environment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of office materials up to 20 pounds.
• Limited travel may be required.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care.
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan.
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match.
• Open leave policy and paid holidays.
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note:

These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.