DoD Acquisition Analyst - Naval Programs

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.); Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) Program

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.) seeks a Journeyman Acquisition Specialist Analyst to support the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Norfolk, VA. You will provide critical lifecycle acquisition and program management support, ensuring DoD compliance and directly influencing mission readiness of naval aviation assets.

Responsibilities include drafting milestones, preparing Acquisition Plans and related artifacts, and presenting executive briefs to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• BA or BS degree from an accredited institution.
• 3–10 years of direct experience in DoD acquisition management or program analysis, ideally supporting naval aviation or MDAPs.
• Deep familiarity with the DoD 5000 series lifecycle frameworks and defense procurement processes.
• Strong analytical capabilities and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and maintain program milestone documentation in alignment with DoD/SECNAV 5000 directives.
• Develop program acquisition artifacts: APs, ASRs, PIDs, PWS, funding docs, CDRLs, and APBAs.
• Evaluate procedures and documentation against contract specs to identify risks and compliance gaps.
• Prepare and deliver executive briefs, point papers, and formal correspondence.
• Participate in program review boards, conferences, and high-level stakeholder meetings.

Skills

DoD acquisition management

Analytical writing

Program analysis

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.) seeks a Journeyman Acquisition Specialist Analyst to support the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Norfolk, VA. You will provide critical lifecycle acquisition and program management support, ensuring DoD compliance and directly influencing mission readiness of naval aviation assets.

Responsibilities include drafting milestones, preparing Acquisition Plans and related artifacts, and presenting executive briefs to stakeholders.