Remote DoD Defense Acquisition Leader

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 126,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies seeks a highly skilled remote Defense Acquisition Manager to lead the execution and management of a complex DoD contract. You will oversee acquisition activities, contract administration, subcontract management, and program performance to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

The ideal candidate brings extensive defense acquisition, federal contracting, and program management experience within regulated DoD environments, with a strong track record in

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition programs, federal contracts, and program execution activities.
• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with government customers, executives, technical teams, and contractor personnel.
• 5+ years managing or supporting federal contracts, task orders, or acquisition programs within a DoD or federal government environment.
• 3+ years of experience administering contracts in accordance with FAR and DFARS requirements.
• 3+ years of experience managing subcontractors, contract deliverables, and performance requirements.
• Experience supporting program financial management, budget tracking, forecasting, and contract reporting.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional teams and coordinating with government stakeholders.
• Clearance: Must be able to possess and maintain a minimum of a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day execution of DoD contracts, task orders, and acquisition activities.
• Support contract lifecycle management, including contract administration, modifications, compliance, and closeout activities.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, onboarding, deliverables, invoicing, and contractual compliance.
• Coordinate acquisition planning, procurement actions, and resource management efforts.
• Monitor program cost, schedule, and performance metrics; support financial reporting, forecasting, and budget execution.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, program documentation, governance processes, and standardized templates.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Finance, Security, Procurement, and Program Management teams to support mission execution.
• Interface with government customers, internal stakeholders, and subcontractors to ensure program alignment and compliance.
• Identify program risks and support implementation of mitigation strategies and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, security requirements, and organizational policies.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Communication

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Contract lifecycle

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

HII Mission Technologies seeks a highly skilled remote Defense Acquisition Manager to lead the execution and management of a complex DoD contract. You will oversee acquisition activities, contract administration, subcontract management, and program performance to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

The ideal candidate brings extensive defense acquisition, federal contracting, and program management experience within regulated DoD environments, with a strong track record in