Acquisition Specialist - Clearance Required

LMI; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI is seeking an Acquisition Specialist to provide policy guidance and acquisition support onsite in Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes detail orientation, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments while maintaining ethical standards.

The successful candidate will support DoD correspondence, legislative analysis, reports, and meetings, with responsibilities including policy research, editing, and FOIA/NDAA responses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree ( BS or BA) or higher.
• At least 4 years of relevant acquisition experience, preferably with Department of Defense.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• This position requires an active security clearance, at the SECRET level, for which you must be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition policy research, analysis, and support.
• Assist with coordination, writing, and editing of internal and external correspondence, reports, and briefings.
• Support responses to FOIA requests and NDAA reporting requirements to Congress.
• Assist the Government in preparing and maintaining formal staffed packages.
• Prepare for meetings with internal or external partners.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

LMI is seeking an Acquisition Specialist onsite in Arlington, VA. Successful candidates will demonstrate competency in communication and critical thinking while upholding the highest standard of ethical behavior.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed. Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Flexible work schedules, generous retirement contributions, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility will be to provide acquisition policy and guidance support for Department of Defense correspondence, legislative analysis, reports, and meetings. The individual should be detail-oriented and able to successfully work in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities may include:

• Provide acquisition or contracting policy research, analysis, and support


• Assist with the coordination, writing, and editing of internal and external correspondence, reports, and briefings, including those needed for legislative proposals and analysis


• Support responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) reporting requirements to Congress


• Assist the Government in preparing and maintaining formal staffed packages


• Prepare for meetings with internal or external partners

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree ( BS or BA) or higher


• At least 4 years of relevant acquisition experience, preferably with Department of Defense


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint


• This position requires an active security clearance, at the SECRET level, for which you must be a US citizen.

Desired Skills

• Working knowledge of the Department of Defense Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS) or similar system


• Experience with Defense acquisition and contracting


• Experience in responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests


• Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Planner


• Strong communication skills, both oral and written


• Ability to effectively problem solve


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external staff members


• Self-directed, detail oriented in completing assigned tasks, able to adapt to changing work efforts and manage impact of shifting priorities

Salary Range

$95,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Job Locations

US-VA-Arlington