Senior Acquisition Manager - Army ACAT (TS/SCI)

DCS Corp; Aberdeen (AR); On-site; USD 97,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off (PTO)

Education reimbursement

Work-life balance

Job summary

DCS Corp is seeking an Acquisition specialist to support a new program in preparation for two Acquisition Shaping panels in FY25. The role involves planning, documenting, and coordinating complex DoD procurements with a focus on cost, schedule, and performance.

A TS/SCI clearance and Army ACAT experience are required, with travel up to 25%. The position emphasizes developing acquisition strategies and briefings for diverse audiences, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective communication

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience.
• TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience supporting an Army ACAT level program is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide recommendations to the Product Management team concerning acquisition planning including cost, schedule, and performance for high-value, long-term acquisitions.
• Apply procurement principles to ensure acquisition and milestone documentation are reflected in contracting actions.
• Develop acquisition strategies aligned with program goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop acquisition documents such as the Simplified Acquisition Management Plan, Life Cycle Sustainment Plan, and related memorandums and plans.
• Coordinate program ramp-up as new capabilities are transitioned and developed for smooth integration and readiness.
• Prepare and brief status updates for internal and external stakeholders, communicating challenges and successes, tailored to different audiences.

Skills

US Citizenship

TS/SCI clearance

Army ACAT experience

Acquisition planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

DCS Corp is seeking an Acquisition specialist to support a new program in preparation for two Acquisition Shaping panels in FY25. The role involves planning, documenting, and coordinating complex DoD procurements with a focus on cost, schedule, and performance.

A TS/SCI clearance and Army ACAT experience are required, with travel up to 25%. The position emphasizes developing acquisition strategies and briefings for diverse audiences, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective communication