Defense Acquisition Strategist

Booz Allen Hamilton; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks an Acquisition and Contracting Specialist to drive modernization by enabling rapid procurement, evaluation, and fielding of next-generation capabilities across mission areas. You will partner with innovation leaders to accelerate delivery to the warfighter.

This role requires deep experience in pre- and post-award contracting, knowledge of FAR/DFARS/AFARS, OTA/CSO pathways, and a Secret clearance, supported by a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing pre-award and post-award contracting for complex technology, R&D, supply, or service acquisitions.
• Experience conducting market research, analyzing acquisition approaches, evaluating proposals or pricing, and preparing acquisition documentation.
• Experience coordinating contract actions through organizations such as GSA, AAS, or partner contracting offices.
• Experience with OTA and CSO pathways or innovative acquisition mechanisms.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and AFARS regulations.
• Knowledge of contracting considerations for prototype development, integration, testing, evaluation, and rapid tech transition.
• Ability to communicate effectively with government stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and senior leaders.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Support rapid procurement, evaluation, and fielding of next‑generation capabilities across mission areas.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS/AFARS and other applicable regulations while accelerating technology transition.

Skills

Acquisition experience

Market research

Contract actions coordination

OTA/CSO knowledge

FAR/DFARS/AFARS knowledge

Prototype development & testing

Stakeholder communication

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks an Acquisition and Contracting Specialist to drive modernization by enabling rapid procurement, evaluation, and fielding of next-generation capabilities across mission areas. You will partner with innovation leaders to accelerate delivery to the warfighter.

This role requires deep experience in pre- and post-award contracting, knowledge of FAR/DFARS/AFARS, OTA/CSO pathways, and a Secret clearance, supported by a Bachelor's degree.