Contracting Administrator, Consultant (Intermediate)
Job Description:
Contracting Administrator, Consultant (Intermediate)
Location: Davis–Monthan AFB, Tucson, AZ (100% Onsite)
Clearance: No clearance required; must be a clearable U.S. Citizen
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Intermediate Contracting Administrator to support the 355th Contracting Squadron (355 CONS)at Davis–Monthan Air Force Base. This position provides hands-on acquisition and contracting support across commercial purchases, minor construction, and source selection activities in a fast-paced Air Force environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a contracting professional who enjoys detailed acquisition work, understands the importance of compliance and documentation, and is motivated by supporting mission-critical operations and Air Force readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Acquisition & Contract Administration Support
- Support acquisition planning and contract administration activities across a variety of procurement actions
- Assist Contracting Officers with the development and execution of acquisition strategies
- Prepare solicitations, procurement packages, and related acquisition documentation
- Help ensure timely, accurate, and compliant contract execution
Source Selection & Evaluation Support
- Assist with source selection activities, proposal evaluations, and coordination of technical reviews
- Support pricing analysis and help prepare negotiation materials
- Draft reports, acquisition briefings, and other supporting documentation
- Contribute to procurement decisions by ensuring complete and well-organized evaluation records
Compliance, Documentation & Systems Management
- Maintain contract files, records, and systems in accordance with federal and Air Force requirements
- Ensure procurement documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready
- Coordinate with DFAS and other stakeholders to support financial and acquisition workflows
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable Air Force contracting policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following baseline qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree, or
- 8 years of federal contracting experience, or
- 6 years of Air Force contracting experience
In addition, candidates should have:
- 6+ years of federal contracting experience, including at least 2+ years of base-level purchasing experience
- DAWIA or FAC-C Professional certification
- Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and Air Force acquisition processes
- Excellent written communication, documentation, and analytical skills
- Ability to work 100% onsite and collaborate effectively with government personnel
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting construction contracting
- Familiarity with federal acquisition and financial systems such as:
- CON-IT
- DEAMS
- PIEE
- CPARS
- SAM.gov
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to directly support a critical Air Force contracting mission while working alongside experienced acquisition professionals in a highly visible operational environment. If you are looking to apply your federal contracting expertise in a meaningful way and contribute to mission success, we would like to hear from you.