Acquisition Management Specialist - Washington, D.C.

About the role

Supports U.S. Navy acquisition programs for cutting edge systems and sensors for our ships and sailors. Works in an integrated government-industry team.

Responsibilities

• Research written defense acquisition logistics management instructions and processes and apply what you have learned to solve problems and complete tasking.
• Support program office's annual Task Planning and Allocation Review; providing in-depth requirements analysis, liaison with performers, preparation of briefing materials.
• Update weekly briefs, develop presentations, and maintain records management.
• Contribute to effective analysis and management of incoming and outgoing actions items assigned from meetings, telecoms, or emails.
• Draft, coordinate and review Purchase Requisition (PR) drafts for new contract requirements and modifications to established contracts. Input PR information into system.
• Support development and review of various acquisition documents: Acquisition Strategy, Acquisition Plan, Justification & Approval, Statements of Work.
• Aid in collecting, displaying, and interpreting program acquisitions-related data/metrics.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• A Bachelor's degree.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to conduct program office tasking related to supporting Naval systems.
• Ability to assist with the management of plans and schedules related to acquisitions/logistics support.
• Ability to support the government and contractor team in performing tasks such as arranging and participating in meetings or program reviews including preparing meeting agendas/minutes/actions, preparing presentations, developing spreadsheets, tracking action items, and assisting with collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, etc.).
• Knowledge of NEPs.
• Ability to travel at least 10% of the time.

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Understanding of NEPs and defense acquisition logistics.

Benefits

Includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.