Senior DoD Acquisition Lead for NAVAIR Programs

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.); Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ACET, Inc. seeks a Senior Acquisition Management Analyst (Key Personnel) to lead lifecycle acquisition efforts for the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Patuxent River, ensuring DoD directive compliance and advising on mission readiness.

The role requires DoD secret clearance, 10+ years in DoD acquisition or program analysis, and strong executive writing. This position offers exposure to high-visibility milestones and strategic defense documentation.

Qualifications

• DoD security clearance required or ability to obtain.
• Exceptional executive writing capabilities.
• 10+ years in DoD acquisition management or program analysis.
• Strong leadership presence to guide deliverables in a high-tempo PMO.
• Experience with DoD directives and acquisition governance.

Responsibilities

• Draft, finalize, and harmonize complex program milestone documentation.
• Architect and manage defense procurement docs (ASRs, PIDs, PWS, CDRLs, APBAs).
• Evaluate procedures and contractor docs against contract specs and mission needs.
• Develop executive briefs, technical point papers, and NAVAIR correspondence.
• Represent the program in reviews, conferences, and stakeholder groups.

Skills

DoD clearance

Executive writing

Acquisition management

Program analysis

Leadership presence

Education

MA/MS degree

Job description

ACET, Inc. seeks a Senior Acquisition Management Analyst (Key Personnel) to lead lifecycle acquisition efforts for the F/A-18 variants program at NAS Patuxent River, ensuring DoD directive compliance and advising on mission readiness.

The role requires DoD secret clearance, 10+ years in DoD acquisition or program analysis, and strong executive writing. This position offers exposure to high-visibility milestones and strategic defense documentation.