Acquisition Specialist - Senior

Socket.dev; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Assured Consulting Solutions is seeking an Acquisition Specialist - Senior to join our team onsite in Springfield, VA. Must be a U.S. citizen with TS/SCI clearance and able to pass a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.

The role focuses on the full acquisition lifecycle, including PPBE/POM processes, pre-award activities, and contract execution tracking. Responsibilities include supporting source selection for R&D, coordinating funding and obligations, and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and

Qualifications

• Experience in and understanding of DoD acquisition, including the Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution (PPBE) and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processes.
• Experience in and understanding of pre-Award activities including the development and shaping of Acquisition documentation (Special Notices, RFIs, RFPs, BAA solicitations, market research, IGCEs, SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, CLIN structures) for Severable and Non-severable contracts and CLINs.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills for building requirements, briefings, and other required communication.
• Strong MS Excel experience for contract execution.
• Experience in and understanding of source selection/scientific review evaluation process for R&D.
• Strong experience in collaboration/coordination among the Government (ID/IQ PM, Task Order PMs and CORs, technical and administrative management SETAs, awarded contractors and their support staff).
• Understanding of the FAR, DFARS, and Agency acquisition directives and processes.

Responsibilities

• As a senior systems engineering/technical assistance contractor and acquisition professional, provide knowledge and experience of DoD acquisition, including the Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution (PPBE) and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processes.
• Support pre-Award activities including the development and shaping of Acquisition documentation (Special Notices, RFIs, RFPs, BAA solicitations, market research, IGCEs, SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, CLIN structures).
• If needed, support source selection process for R&D.
• Prepare and utilize contract execution tracking mechanisms for managing active contracts under the ID/IQ, to include tracking of obligations/expenditures and burn charts. Report under- and over-burning in a timely manner to ensure available funding for contract execution.
• Coordination/tracking of invoice payments and deliverables with PMs/CORs.
• Coordinate incremental funding and full funding for severable and non-severable contracts and/or CLINs.
• Coordination and tracking of contract modifications and de-obligations.
• Assist the Government in meeting its OSD obligation and expenditure rates.
• Assist the Government in meeting Small Business Subcontracting goals.
• Support contract closeout activities.

Skills

DoD acquisition

PPBE/POM experience

Verbal communication

MS Excel

Education

BA/BS or higher in business/management/related field

15+ years of work experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Status:Position is funded and is contingent upon customer acceptance Location:Springfield, VA (onsite) Clearance Required:Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a current and active TS/SCI clearance granted by the Department of Defense or an Intelligence Community agency. Must be able to pass a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph. Background: Assured Consulting Solutions provides strategic and innovative solutions for customer needs across the business, technology, and organizational spectrum. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to work with customers that are both Government and industry leaders and technology innovators. We are looking for an experienced and highly motivatedAcquisition Specialist - Seniorconsultant to join our team. This position will work closely with the Research and Development (R&D) portion of the customer organization and should be well versed in all elements of the acquisition lifecycle. Candidate should have knowledge and experience in managing ID/IQ contracts, cradle to grave.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• As a senior systems engineering/technical assistance contractor and acquisition professional, provide knowledge and experience of DoD acquisition, including the Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution (PPBE) and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processes.
• Support pre-Award activities including the development and shaping of Acquisition documentation (Special Notices, RFIs, RFPs, BAA solicitations, market research, IGCEs, SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, CLIN structures).
• If needed, support source selection process for R&D.
• Prepare and utilize contract execution tracking mechanisms for managing active contracts under the ID/IQ, to include tracking of obligations/expenditures and burn charts. Report under- and over-burning in a timely manner to ensure available funding for contract execution.
• Coordination/tracking of invoice payments and deliverables with PMs/CORs.
• Coordinate incremental funding and full funding for severable and non-severable contracts and/or CLINs.
• Coordination and tracking of contract modifications and de-obligations.
• Assist the Government in meeting its OSD obligation and expenditure rates.
• Assist the Government in meeting Small Business Subcontracting goals.
• Support contract closeout activities.

Education Qualifications:

• BA/BS, MA/MS or PhD in business, management, systems management, public administration, or greater than or equal to 15 years of work experience.

Years of Experience:

• 15+ years w/ High School Diploma
• 12+ years w/ Bachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree, or PhD

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in and understanding of DoD acquisition, including the Planning, Programming, and Budget Execution (PPBE) and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processes.
• Experience in and understanding of pre-Award activities including the development and shaping of Acquisition documentation (Special Notices, RFIs, RFPs, BAA solicitations, market research, IGCEs, SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, CLIN structures) for Severable and Non-severable contracts and CLINs.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills for building requirements, briefings, and other required communication.
• Strong MS Excel experience for contract execution.
• Experience in and understanding of source selection/scientific review evaluation process for R&D.
• Strong experience in collaboration/coordination among the Government (ID/IQ PM, Task Order PMs and CORs, technical and administrative management SETAs, awarded contractors and their support staff).
• Understanding of the FAR, DFARS, and Agency acquisition directives and processes.
• BA/BS, MA/MS or PhD in business, management, systems management, public administration, or greater than or equal to 15 years of work experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Technical Degree in physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, or engineering or dual major with business, management, systems management
• Experience in and understanding of DoD acquisition for RDT&E.
• Acquisition experience in the US Government as a Government civilian or military.
• Hands on experience with NGA’s acquisition and financial systems, including Orbit, PRISM, and GEO-F.

Essential Job Functions: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to identify the essential functions of a position to determine whether an individual is qualified. Essential job functions are the fundamental duties of the position that must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work onsite in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environment, as required
• Ability to collaborate effectively with government customers, technical teams, and cross-functional partners
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to manage priorities, resources, and deliverables in a dynamic environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with leadership, customers, and stakeholders
• Ability to support program execution, performance management, and team development
• Ability to follow established processes and contribute to problem-solving effortsAbility to manage assigned tasks and deliver quality work under deadlines
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines

Position Type:

Full-Time Shift:Day

Export Control:

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ACS may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

Assured Consulting Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ACS' utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ACS does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services.

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