Acquisition Program Specialist, Journeyman (Secret)

Applied Res; Ogden, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) seeks a Journeyman Acquisition Program Specialist with an active Secret clearance for Hill AFB in Ogden, Utah. The role provides acquisition, program management, configuration management, contract administration, and financial support across the DoD lifecycle for Air Force armament programs.

The candidate will coordinate with government and contractor teams to advance objectives, maintain documentation, and deliver briefing materials for leadership.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Experience in DoD acquisition, program management, logistics, or related government programs.

Responsibilities

• Support Government Program Managers with acquisition planning, program execution, risk management, and contract administration per DoD and Air Force guidance.
• Maintain acquisition and contract documentation, including funding profiles, CLIN tracking, schedules, and program records.
• Assist with financial management activities including budget tracking, obligations, and program reporting.
• Coordinate with Government, contractor, and cross-functional teams to support program objectives and resolve issues.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and executive-level presentations for leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Briefing skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate's degree with 10 years experience

Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience

Master's degree with 2 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) seeks a Journeyman Acquisition Program Specialist with an active Secret clearance for Hill AFB in Ogden, Utah. The role provides acquisition, program management, configuration management, contract administration, and financial support across the DoD lifecycle for Air Force armament programs.

The candidate will coordinate with government and contractor teams to advance objectives, maintain documentation, and deliver briefing materials for leadership.