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SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Defense Threat Reduction Agency · Department of Defense

📍 Kirtland AFB, New Mexico 💰 $149550 – $194417/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Defense Threat Reduction Agency
Department: Department of Defense
Location: Kirtland AFB, New Mexico
Salary: $149550 – $194417/yr
Hiring Path: Mspouse
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Date Posted: 2026-11-04
Application Deadline: 2026-11-18

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Job Summary

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for planning the overall approach to meet contracting program objectives for procuring a variety of complex requirements involving highly specialized procurements of significant importance to the Agency.

Key Responsibilities

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021.

As a SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST at the GS-1102-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads a branch of contracting officers and contract specialists, managing workload, monitoring progress, and mentoring junior employees while providing performance feedback to subordinates.

Meets regularly with customers to ensure their needs are met, works to improve productivity, prevent fraud, and ensures all contracting actions adhere to regulatory and statutory guidance. Serves as a Contracting Officer with unlimited signatory authority. The programs supported require a diverse type of contract support, distinguished by all contract types, the aggregate value of which is in the hundreds of millions of dollars.

Acts as the branch's technical expert on all contractual and business matters, advising on acquisition strategies, contract types, pricing, and ensuring all work complies with statutory and regulatory guidance. Manages all aspects of a contract's life-cycle, including market research, acquisition planning, cost analysis, solicitation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout.

Plans and develops innovative contract language, terms, and leads both pre-award and post-award negotiations for acquisitions. Directs the full range of post-award contract actions, such as issuing modifications, negotiating changes, exercising options, and resolving contractor delays or claims.

Requirements & Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contact

DHRC-DDTRAHR@dla.mil · 614-693-0259

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $149550 – $194417/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-18.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Mspouse' hiring path.

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