Acquisition Analyst

APEX Defense; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Premium medical/dental/vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Employee referral bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

APEX Defense, a Huntsville, Alabama-based government contractor, is seeking an experienced Acquisition Analyst to provide acquisition and program management support to the AFPO, supporting the MRC and CAML projects.

The selected candidate will lead complex acquisition efforts from planning through contract execution with close collaboration among Government stakeholders, contracting organizations, cross-functional teams, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Active DoD security clearance required.
• 10+ years of experience supporting DoD acquisition programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Acquisition, Program Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, regulations, and lifecycle processes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including exec-level briefings and acquisition documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead acquisition efforts from inception to contract execution.
• Provide expertise and strategic recommendations to Program Managers and senior leadership.
• Manage contract lifecycle from requirements to closeout.
• Develop and staff acquisition documents (CRPs, Acquisition Plans, SAMPs).
• Prepare SOWs, PWSs, IGEs, CDRLs and related docs.
• Conduct market research and support RFIs, Sources Sought, and RFPs.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders and industry partners to resolve issues and maintain momentum.

Skills

Security clearance

DoD acquisition knowledge

Program management

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Acquisition/PM/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Huntsville, United States | Posted on 07/27/2026

APEX Defense is a Huntsville, Alabama-based government contractor providing program management, business operations, financial management, and acquisition support to the U.S. Department of War (DoW). We are committed to delivering mission-focused solutions, exceptional customer service, and trusted expertise while building long-term partnerships with our customers and investing in the talented professionals who make our success possible.

Job Description

APEX Defense is seeking an experienced Acquisition Analyst to provide acquisition and program management support to the Advanced Fires Project Office (AFPO), supporting the Mid-Range Capability (MRC) and Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) Product Offices. The selected candidate willoperatewith a high degree of independence, leading complex acquisition efforts from planning through contract execution while supporting the delivery of critical Army modernization capabilities. This role requires close collaboration with Government stakeholders, contracting organizations, cross-functional teams, and industry partners to ensuretimely, compliant, and mission-focused acquisition outcomes.

This position offers the opportunity to directly support the acquisition and fielding of next-generation Army capabilities that strengthen national defense and provide critical operational advantages to the Warfighter.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

About APEXDefense

APEX Defense is a Huntsville, Alabama-based government contractor providing program management, business operations,financial management, and acquisition support to the U.S. Department ofWar( DoW ). We are committed to delivering mission-focused solutions, exceptional customer service, and trustedexpertisewhile building long-term partnerships with our customers and investing in the talented professionals who make our success possible.

Why Join APEX Defense?

At APEX Defense, weare building the kind of company wewouldwant to work for. Youwill support critical national defense missions while enjoying competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a collaborative, employee-focused culture that values yourexpertiseand recognizes your contributions. As APEX grows, youwill have the opportunity to help shape the future of our company while advancing your own career.

KeyResponsibilities

• The ideal candidate is a proactive, solutions-oriented acquisition professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively with senior leaders, and takes ownership of complex acquisition challenges frominceptionthrough execution.
  


• Provide acquisitionexpertiseand strategic recommendations to Program Managers, Assistant Program Managers, and senior Government leadership on acquisition planning, contracting strategies, and pre-award activities to support programobjectives, schedules, funding constraints, and overall execution.
  


• Manage acquisition activities throughout the contract lifecycle, fromrequirementsdevelopment and acquisition planning through award, execution, and closeout.
  


• Develop, coordinate, and staff acquisition documentation, including Contract Requirement Packages (CRPs), Acquisition Plans, Simplified Acquisition Management Plans (SAMPs), and other required acquisition artifacts.
  


• Prepare andvalidateacquisition documentation, including Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and related contract documentation.
  


• Conduct market research and support acquisition planning through development of Requests for Information (RFIs), Sources Sought Notices, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
  


• Monitor contract execution by tracking funding, contract modifications, ceiling, deliverables, schedules, and key milestones whileidentifyingand mitigating execution risks.
  


• Ensure acquisition strategies and documentationcomply withthe FederalAcquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DoW policies, and applicable organizational guidance.
  


• Serve as the principal liaison among program offices, contracting organizations, Government stakeholders, and industry partners tofacilitatecommunication, resolve acquisition issues, and drive successful program execution.
  


• Coordinate across functional teams to resolve acquisition issues, drive action items to completion, andmaintainprogram momentum.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance or higher.
  


• 10+years of experience supporting DoW acquisition programs, preferably within a Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE), Project Office, or Product Office.
  


• Bachelor's degree in Business, Acquisition, Program Management, Engineering, orrelateddiscipline. Master's degree preferred.
  


• Demonstrated knowledge of DoW acquisition policies, regulations, and lifecycle management processes.
  


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings, acquisition documentation, milestone decision packages, and other decision-support products.
  


• Proven ability to support senior Government leadership, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), executive reviews, and other high-visibility acquisition activities.
  

We believe in investing in our people. Eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive compensation
  


• Company-sponsored premium medical, dental, and vision coverage
  


• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
  


• 401(k) with company matching
  


• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  


• Company-funded professional development, industry certifications, and continuing education support
  


• Employee referral and performance bonus opportunities
  


• A collaborative, employee-focused culture with opportunities for long-term career growth
  

APEX Defense is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Certain positions may require U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and/ormaintaina U.S. Government security clearance.