Intermediate to Senior Acquisition Specialist

Serves as an expert and provides advice, guidance, and assistance to PL SSW concerning the acquisition planning and contractual/procurement aspects for the PL SSW portfolio. Assists program APMs with managing the contracting aspects of the acquisition program and acts as the liaison between the PM and major Contracting Command. The contracts range from engineering and management services to research and development through production and product improvement, covering the full range of contract types. Plans and executes the use of a wide variety of cost reimbursement, cost plus fixed, incentive or award fee and fixed price contracts. These may be complicated by such factors as: unsolicited proposals, technology insertions, small business considerations and fluctuating funding levels. Expert knowledge of procurement statutes and regulations and/or contracting methods, policies, procedures, and contract types to participate in pre-award and/or post award procurement actions. Application of procurement principles and technical or program requirements to ensure the acquisition and milestone documentation are reflected and are integrated into the resulting contracting and procurement actions. The employee will make decisions or recommendations that significantly affect the content, interpretation, or development of complex, long-range, or interrelated programs. Lead and facilitate development of Acquisition Requirement Packages (ARPs) to include Performance Work Statements, Statement of Works, Contract Data Requirement Lists, Service Contract Approvals, Justification and Approvals, Acquisition Plans, etc. Reviews ARPs for completeness and provides procurement and technical advice. Conduct market research and assists with the preparation of Market Research Reports, and Determination of Best Procurement Approaches. Works with Product Team to coordinate technical evaluation of proposals. Advises the Government on the preparation of Source Selection Evaluation Plans, evaluation criteria and weighing methodologies. Update Procurement Portfolio Management Tool (PPMT) (aka 1-N database) with all contracting actions.

Responsibilities

Serves as an expert and provides advice, guidance, and assistance to PL SSW concerning the acquisition planning and contractual/procurement aspects for the PL SSW portfolio; Assists program APMs with managing the contracting aspects of the acquisition program and acts as the liaison between the PM and major Contracting Command; Plans and executes the use of a wide variety of cost reimbursement, cost plus fixed, incentive or award fee and fixed price contracts; Expert knowledge of procurement statutes and regulations and/or contracting methods, policies, procedures, and contract types to participate in pre-award and/or post award procurement actions; Application of procurement principles and technical or program requirements to ensure the acquisition and milestone documentation are reflected and are integrated into the resulting contracting and procurement actions; Makes decisions or recommendations that significantly affect the content, interpretation, or development of complex, long-range, or interrelated programs; Leads and facilitates development of Acquisition Requirement Packages (ARPs) to include Performance Work Statements, Statement of Works, Contract Data Requirement Lists, Service Contract Approvals, Justification and Approvals, Acquisition Plans, etc.; Reviews ARPs for completeness and provides procurement and technical advice; Conducts market research and assists with the preparation of Market Research Reports, and Determination of Best Procurement Approaches; Works with Product Team to coordinate technical evaluation of proposals; Advises the Government on the preparation of Source Selection Evaluation Plans, evaluation criteria and weighing methodologies; Updates Procurement Portfolio Management Tool (PPMT) (aka 1-N database) with all contracting actions.

Requirements

Experience leading and facilitating the development of Acquisition Requirement Packages (ARPs); Knowledge and skill in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods, and techniques of federal and Army contracting and the DoD 5000 acquisition process; Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key individuals/groups outside of immediate work unit; Ability to advise others; Excellent interpersonal skills, proven verbal and written communications, and the ability to work on multi-functional teams; Skilled in interpreting, explaining, and applying contractual performance requirements, technical data, regulations, and other guidelines to performance problems encountered in service contracts; Knowledge of the business and/or management principles and methods used to gather, analyze, and evaluate information; Ability to apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques; Ability to use computer programs (such as Word, PowerPoint, Internet, Windows, Excel, etc.); Ability to meet and deal with customers/vendors/contractors using a high degree of tact and diplomacy; Ability to self-start, multi-task and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision; Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations; Five (5) years to Ten (10) years’ progressive experience in supporting the development and implementation of contracts and all acquisition related documentation; Position requires active Security Clearance

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree in a Business or related field

Benefits

Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums; Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution; Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family, with buy-up option available; 401K – 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION – 5% safe harbor – 5% annual profit share (both immediately vested!); 4 weeks starting PTO; 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays; Paid hours for company-required training; Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy; Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc.; $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance; Paid parental leave; Annual swag drops; Flexible work schedules; Generous referral bonus program; Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events