Senior Acquisition Specialist

Radiance Technologies; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Radiance Technologies is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist in Hanover, Maryland. This role involves providing acquisition management support within the Cyber and Space program, focusing on documentation, planning, and advisory functions throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of combined experience in DoD acquisition management.
• DAWIA Level II or Federal Acquisition Institute certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare acquisition documentation for Government review.
• Support program and budget scheduling and planning.
• Advise on acquisition functions related to program management.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Advisory

Organizational

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Radiance Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support the Project Manager for Cyber and Space (PM C&S) within the Program Executive Office for Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors (PEO IEW&S) in Hanover, Maryland. This role will provide acquisition management support to the Assistant Program Managers (APMs) by assisting with documentation, planning, and advisory functions throughout the acquisition lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DoD acquisition, program management, and contract execution with a focus on delivering timely and mission-critical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare acquisition documentation for Government review and approval.
• Support program and budget scheduling and planning by offering recommendations on objectives, resource needs, and operational timelines.
• Advise on acquisition functions related to program management and provide subject matter expertise in cost, schedule, performance, and risk areas.
• Assist APMs in developing program documentation, creating program schedules, and tracking program progress.
• Evaluate operational and technical alternatives for program effectiveness and alignment with strategic goals.
• Interpret and tailor acquisition regulations and directives to support program requirements and decision-making.
• Support integrated planning activities and execution across multiple acquisition functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in DoD acquisition planning and documentation practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and advisory skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and leadership in a high-tempo environment.
• Self-starter with demonstrated organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• U.S. Citizenship and active Top Secret / SCI clearance .

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• DAWIA Level II or Federal Acquisition Institute certification in any acquisition focus area.
• Minimum of 12 years of combined experience in DoD acquisition management, program management, and / or contract management.
• Alternative) A total of 15 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience advising DoD Program Managers on acquisition strategy and execution.
• Knowledge of DoD and Army acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with integrated program schedules and performance tracking methods.
• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance with CI Poly

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