Junior Contract Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job Description Job Title: Junior Contract Specialist Location: Camp Pendelton, California Status: On-Site Employment Type: Full-Time Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI Education: Bacehlor's Degree Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure, Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous PTO and remote work options. Application: apply here, or on our Careers - Metronome (), email your resume to Recommend this job and share with a friend Description: We are seeking a Junior Contract Specialist with specialized expertise in federal acquisition and contract management for Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This role requires extensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other relevant procurement regulations and is essential to supporting major DoD and Navy acquisition initiatives. The Senior Contract Specialist will independently manage and execute the full lifecycle of contracting tasks, from initial planning through contract administration. Required Skills Contract Compliance Support: Assist in ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and DoD 5000 series.
Gain hands-on experience by supporting contracting tasks for Navy and DoD acquisition programs.
Contract Documentation Preparation: Prepare and assist with essential contract documents, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), and DD-254 forms.
Help develop Acquisition Plans, Justifications & Approvals, and Determinations & Findings under senior team member supervision.
Market Research and Acquisition Planning: Support market research activities and acquisition planning to inform contract strategies and program objectives.
Assist with cost and price analysis and the source selection process.
Contract Administration Assistance: Support contract administration by preparing Procurement Requests in Navy ERP, handling Modification Requests, and drafting Technical Direction Letters.
Assist in monitoring contract performance and ensuring timely delivery of required deliverables.Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience with DoD or federal contracting, ideally with exposure to FAR/DFARS regulations.
Experience supporting Navy acquisition programs is a plus.
Certifications: DAWIA Level I in Contract Management or working towards DAWIA Level II, or equivalent (e.g., CFCM) preferred. About Metronome, LLC Metronome is a spark that ignites passion for our customers and each other. We offer professional services to Government customers that keep projects pulsing. We believe in taking care of people so they can put their best foot forward to support the mission. Background Screening/Check/Investigation: Successful Completion of a Background Check will be required as a condition of hire. Benefits: Metronome offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefit eligibility is determined on the type of position (full-time, part-time, temporary). Metronome's range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities. Application Process: Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration for employment. Select Create Profile and Apply to Requirement Complete your Profile and Answer the Questionnaire Upload a current resume Complete the Online Application and Submit Evaluation Process: Metronome will evaluate applicants based on how well they meet the qualifications of the position above. Your completed application (including questionnaire, resume, and online application) will be used to determine your eligibility and how well you meet the qualifications for this position. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to your resume and application; if either your resume or application contradicts or does not support your responses, you will disqualify yourself and not receive further consideration for this job. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Metronome does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable Accommodation Policy Metronome is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process should contact Metronome Human Resources at or . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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