Acquisition Contracts Analyst - Washington DC

MSCCN; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

VISTA Technology Services, Inc. is seeking an Acquisition Contract Analyst to support a NAVSEA program. The role is hybrid, onsite 3 days/week in Washington, DC and Arlington, VA, with duties spanning cradle‑to‑grave contract management, drafting required documents, and post‑award analyses.

A DoD Secret clearance is required. The position offers a competitive compensation range ($105,000–$150,000) and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years Navy acquisition contract experience including contract management/administration.
• Experience drafting and maintaining acquisition documents (RFPs, SOWs, D&F, TI).
• Experience monitoring post‑award status, allocations and spend.
• Experience supporting program meetings, briefings and action tracking.
• Experience with DoD/Navy financial/policy guidance and acquisition terminology.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave acquisition contract management guidance.
• Draft and maintain acquisition documents (RFPs, SOWs, D&A, TI).
• Track post-award status, allocations, obligations and expenditures.
• Support program meetings, briefings and communications.
• Prepare briefs and correspondence for senior leadership and Congressional information.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve program goals.

Skills

Navy acquisition contract experience

Contract management

MS Office 365

SharePoint

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PD2/SPS/ePS

AMS

PIEE

Navy ERP

RDAIS

NEPS

PBIS

Power BI

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.

VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) is seeking an Acquisition Contract Analyst to support a NAVSEA Acquisition Program Office. This is a hybrid position reporting onsite 3 days/week in both Washington, DC and sometimes Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition contract management strategy guidance and pre award and post award cradle-to-grave support
• Assist with drafting and maintaining acquisition documents, such as acquisition plans, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), purchase requests, Class or Justification and Approval (J&A), Justification and Approval for International Agreements, Statement of Works (SOWs), Determination and Findings (D&F), Technical Advisory Reports, and Technical Instructions (TI)
• Track and analyze post-award contract status, financial allocations, obligations, expenditures, and fund allocation
• Support needs assessments, examining program data to identify trends, risks and recommend corrective actions
• Attend meetings and program reviews, assist with compiling presentations, written materials, and/or electronic communications as required
• Develop presentations, meeting minutes, letters and memoranda, and tracking action items
• Build strong working relationships with cross functional teams to facilitate and achieve program goals and objectives

Required Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of Navy acquisition contract experience to include contract management/contract administration
• Experience drafting and maintaining acquisition documents, such as acquisition plans, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), purchase requests, Class or Justification and Approval (J&A), Justification and Approval for International Agreements, Statement of Works (SOWs), Determination and Findings (D&F), Technical Advisory Reports, and Technical Instructions (TI)
• Experience monitoring and analyzing post-award contract status, financial allocations, obligations, expenditures, and fund allocation
• Experience supporting program meetings and reviews, preparing briefings and other written materials, and tracking and monitoring action items to completion
• Experience preparing and reviewing Flag and Senior Executive Service (SES) level program briefs, correspondence for general and Congressional information, action memos, issue papers, and responses to requests for information
• Experience with PD2/SPS/ePS
• Experience with AMS, PIEE, Navy ERP, RDAIS, NEPS, and/or PBIS
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and SharePoint
• Knowledge of contracting strategy types, such as Sole Source, Other Transaction Authority (OTAs), and Multiyear Procurement and Advance Procurement
• Knowledge of contract management policies, regulations, guidance such as FAR, DFARS, DFARS PGI, or OSD Class Deviation, contract strategy types, contract types, uniform contract line-item numbering (CLIN) system, and product service code or identification
• Ability to perform needs assessments, evaluate program data to identify trends, risks and recommend corrective actions
• Strong communication and collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organization, time management, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Active DoD Secret clearance required

Salary: Salary at VISTA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $105,000.00 to $150,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of VISTA's total compensation package for employees.

• We also offer a competitive leave package and a generous benefit plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and an employer matching 401(k) plan.

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

For this position, VISTA will consider only applicants with an active DoD security clearance.

Preferred Experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in a Navy Program Executive Office (PEO) or Program Management Office (PMO)
• Knowledge of DoD and DoN Financial Management policies, regulations, and guidance
• Knowledge of resource allocation processes, program planning, budget execution, spend plans, authorization and appropriation, and appropriation accounts or categories
• Knowledge of AAF Pathway, functional policies, guidance, and manuals
• Proficiency with Power BI

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

Required:

• Active DoD Secret clearance required