Jr. Acquisition Specialist

About the role

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for SBIR program operations under the guidance of senior acquisition staff.
• Aid in routine acquisition-related tasks while ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures, and timelines.
• Support day-to-day coordination activities related to SBIR topics, solicitations, and program milestones.
• Prepare, format, and review SBIR-related documents, correspondence, briefings, and reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform accurate data entry into SBIR topic tracking systems, spreadsheets, and internal databases.
• Update and maintain program tracking tools, ensuring information is current and consistent.
• Assist in generating basic status reports and summaries from tracking databases.
• Capture meeting notes and action items and assist with follow-up tracking.
• Maintain structured and well-organized SBIR program files while tracking document approvals and version controls.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Acquisition is preferred plus 3 years of experience.
• Experience supporting government acquisition related tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in standard office tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• Basic data management and tracking skills.
• Ability to work effectively under supervision and follow established procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications

Evans, Inc. is a growing firm doing consequential work. We partner with federal agencies — FAA, Navy, Air Force, and others — to implement technology, develop workforces, and drive lasting organizational change. The work is complex, the stakes are real, and the people we serve depend on us to get it right.

Skills

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in document preparation, data entry, meeting coordination, file management, and maintenance of topic tracking databases. They should also possess excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in standard office tools.

Benefits

We take care of our own with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Professional Development & Educational Assistance
• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Grossive PTO & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans’ Contribution and 100% Vesting

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 (annualized USD).

Schedule

The role is remote but may require occasional travel to the Naval Air Station in Washington, D.C or Pax River, MD.