DoW Acquisition Analyst

Tecolote Research, Inc.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Travel Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Tecolote Research, Inc. in Bedford, MA seeks a PM Specialist – DoD Acquisition Analyst to support a DoW acquisition program office.

You will provide analytical and acquisition support, focusing on contract development, execution, and lifecycle management across programs. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of DoW/DoD acquisition experience, strong communication, and the ability to synthesize inputs into clear documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting DoW acquisition program offices or similar Federal acquisition environments.
• Experience with SOW, PWS, and/or SOO.
• Experience with CDRLs.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS.
• Experience supporting pre-solicitation activities, acquisition planning, and requirements development.
• Ability to support technical evaluations and communicate findings clearly.
• Experience coordinating with Government stakeholders (PMs, CORs, KOs).
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support Government program leadership in the development, review, and execution of acquisition and contract documentation.
• Develop and refine acquisition artifacts, including: PWS, SOW, CDRLs, and acquisition strategies.
• Assist in preparing pre-award documentation (source selection plans, evaluation criteria, J&A packages).
• Conduct and support TechEvals, documenting results and recommendations.
• Ensure documentation aligns with DoW and USAF policies and best practices.
• Serve as a liaison between PMs, CORs, and KOs to facilitate acquisition execution.
• Review, track, and manage contract-related correspondence for accuracy and timeliness.
• Support program reviews and technical discussions, including design reviews as needed.
• Support lifecycle management for systems and services acquisitions.
• Perform additional program office support tasks and special projects.

Skills

DoD acquisition experience

SOW/PWS/SOO

CDRLs

FAR/DFARS

Pre-solicitation

TechEval/experiences

Government stakeholder coordination

Analytical/problem solving

MS Office

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Tecolote Research is seeking a highly motivated PM Specialist – DoD Acquisition Analyst to support a Department of War (DoW) acquisition program office in the Bedford, MA area. This role provides direct analytical and acquisition support to Government program leadership, with a focus on contract development, execution, and sustainment activities. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and critical thinker with the ability to synthesize inputs from multiple stakeholders into clear, concise, and actionable documentation. This position requires experience supporting DoW acquisition programs and contributing to complex procurement and contract management efforts across the program lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support Government program leadership in the development, review, and execution of acquisition and contract documentation.
• Develop and refine acquisition artifacts, including:
  • Performance Work Statements (PWS) / Statements of Work (SOW)
  • Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
  • Acquisition strategies and supporting documentation
• Assist in preparing pre-award documentation, including source selection plans, evaluation criteria, and Justification & Approval (J&A) packages.
• Conduct and support technical evaluations (TechEvals), documenting results and providing recommendations to program leadership.
• Ensure acquisition documentation aligns with DoW and U.S. Air Force policies, guidance, and best practices.
• Serve as a liaison between Program Managers (PMs), Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), and Contracting Officers (KOs) to facilitate efficient acquisition execution.
• Review, track, and manage contract-related correspondence, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Provide support during program reviews and technical discussions, including design reviews as needed.
• Support contract execution and lifecycle management activities for systems and services acquisitions.
• Perform additional program office support tasks and special projects assigned.

Skills Required

• Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience supporting DoW acquisition program offices or similar Federal acquisition environments.
• Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), and/or Statements of Objectives (SOO)
• Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS).
• Experience supporting pre-solicitation activities, acquisition planning, and requirements development.
• Ability to support technical evaluations and clearly communicate findings and recommendations.
• Experience coordinating with Government stakeholders, including Program Managers (PMs), Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), and Contracting Officers (KOs).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting ACAT I or Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs), particularly in the AF domain.
• Experience with both Cost-Plus and Firm Fixed Price contract types.
• Familiarity with DoW or U.S. Air Force acquisition processes and organizations.
• Must have a secret clearance

Salary range : $70,000 - $120,000/year, DOE.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.

Full-Time

SecurityClearance

Mid-Level

On-site

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health & Welfare

• Company Paid
  • Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
  • Dental Insurance for employees and family members
  • Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Travel Accident Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Retirement

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.