Assume a leadership "hands-on" role in key strategic (classified/unclassified) programs with experience in all aspects of contracting acquisition life cycle (pre-award, administration, invoicing, negotiating, and contract closeout). Mentor, coach, and provide team building techniques to facilitate positive interactions with other contract and program personnel. Develop and maintain management level relationships with key internal and external customers. Lead the preparation of cost proposals, responses to fact-finding questions and financial data for contract negotiations.