Naval Acquisition Analyst: DoD Lifecycle & Compliance Pro

ADP, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(k)

Wellness programs

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ACET, Incorporated (ACET) in Norfolk, VA seeks a Journeyman Acquisition Specialist Analyst to support the F/A-18 variants program. You will ensure lifecycle acquisition and program management documentation complies with DoD regulations and directly influence mission readiness of naval aviation assets.

Responsibilities include drafting milestone docs, acquisition artifacts, and executive briefs, while collaborating with stakeholders across the program office.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from an accredited institution.
• 3–10 years of direct experience in DoD acquisition management or program analysis.
• Strong analytical capabilities and excellent technical writing skills.
• Deep familiarity with the DoD 5000 series lifecycle frameworks and defense procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and maintain program milestone documentation per DoD and SECNAV 5000 series directives.
• Develop acquisition artifacts: APs, ASRs, PIDs, PWS, funding docs, CDRLs, APBAs.
• Evaluate procedures and documentation for compliance with contract specs and mission requirements.
• Prepare and deliver executive briefs, point papers, and formal correspondence.
• Participate in program review boards, conferences, and high‑level stakeholder meetings.

Skills

DoD acquisition

Program analysis

Technical writing

DoD 5000 series

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

ACET, Incorporated (ACET) in Norfolk, VA seeks a Journeyman Acquisition Specialist Analyst to support the F/A-18 variants program. You will ensure lifecycle acquisition and program management documentation complies with DoD regulations and directly influence mission readiness of naval aviation assets.

Responsibilities include drafting milestone docs, acquisition artifacts, and executive briefs, while collaborating with stakeholders across the program office.