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Public Notice - Contract Specialist (Direct Hire)
Transportation Security AdministrationSpringfield, VA · full time · Senior
$143,913 – $187,093
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role leads complex federal contracting and procurement initiatives for the Transportation Security Administration, directing contract administration, policy development, and acquisition strategy for major programs. It suits experienced government contracting professionals ready to mentor others and shape organizational procurement processes at a senior level.
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What they ask for
Required
- Four years of progressively responsible contracting or related experience
- One full year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13
- Direct experience with contract modifications, negotiations, contractor delays, performance appraisals, and claims
- Experience interpreting complex policies and developing solutions to difficult contracting issues
- Experience planning major acquisitions to meet business needs
- Experience mentoring and coaching others in contract execution
- Bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester hours in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management
- FAC-C (Professional) certification or equivalent