Senior DoD Acquisition & Program Manager

VPSI; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VPSI is seeking a Senior Program/Acquisition Specialist to support the LI2S-MC program for the Marine Corps. The role involves collaboration with government and contractor staff and requires presenting complex information to peers, customers, and external agencies.

The ideal candidate has DoD Acquisition Management experience, DAWIA PM III or PMP certification, and an active Secret Clearance. You will lead planning, risk management, and preparation of PMRs, ensuring schedules and budgets align

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in DoD Acquisition Management.
• DAWIA PM Level III certification or PMP from PMI.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, production and delivery of all assigned activities with strong written and oral communication, including complex briefs.
• Develop and maintain PWS, acquisition strategy and LI2S-MC submissions.
• Monitor performance against plans, baselines, and requirements with government.
• Identify and resolve issues impacting cost, schedule and performance.
• Coordinate budget, costing, acquisition and contract input for program estimates and draft work products.
• Prepare PMRs and briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Create and update guidance on program management processes, roles, and business rules.
• Develop, analyze, and manage Integrated Master Schedules, validating task realism and critical path.
• Coordinate customer negotiations and engage with senior management.
• Participate in Risk, Issues, and Management processes and documentation.

Skills

Program/Acquisition management

DoD acquisition knowledge

Communication skills

PMO coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

8 years DoD Acquisition Management

DAWIA PM Level III or PMP

Job description

VPSI is seeking a Senior Program/Acquisition Specialist to support the LI2S-MC program for the Marine Corps. The role involves collaboration with government and contractor staff and requires presenting complex information to peers, customers, and external agencies.

The ideal candidate has DoD Acquisition Management experience, DAWIA PM III or PMP certification, and an active Secret Clearance. You will lead planning, risk management, and preparation of PMRs, ensuring schedules and budgets align