Senior-Level Acquisition Manager

Rippling, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Certifications paid

Job summary

Decision Technologies, Inc. in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Senior-Level Acquisition Manager to lead DoD/Navy acquisition programs on-site. The role requires an active SECRET clearance and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams across program management, engineering, and contracting.

Responsibilities include preparing SOWs, DD-254s, AP/AS/APB, and coordinating cross-functional activities to meet Milestones and oversight bodies. Travel is limited and the position is 100% on-site.

Qualifications

• 30 years’ experience with government acquisition.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Policy, Finance, Technical, or related discipline.
• Active SECRET clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead program acquisition support operations and supervise multidisciplinary contractor staff for Navy weapon systems program offices.
• Develop, update, and manage statutory and programmatic acquisition documentation per DoD 5000 series.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and milestone packages for Flag-level leadership and steering committees.
• Coordinate cross-functional project activities spanning technical design, ILS, schedules, and financial planning to align contract actions with program baselines.

Skills

Govt acquisition experience

SECRET clearance

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Policy/Finance/Technical

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

DoD 5000 framework

FAR/DFARS regulations

Job description

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision‑making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In‑Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation’s defense.

Our company culture cultivates talented problem‑solvers on focused on performance with industry‑leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.

Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!

We are seeking a qualified Senior‑Level Acquisition Manager in Arlington, VA . This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work situations. This is a 100% on‑site, in‑office position.

Position Description:

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead program acquisition support operations and supervise multidisciplinary contractor staff supporting program management, engineering, and acquisition tasks for Navy weapon systems program offices .
• Develop, update, and manage statutory and programmatic acquisition documentation in accordance with DoD 5000 series requirements , including Acquisition Plans (AP), Acquisition Strategies (AS), and Acquisition Program Baselines (APB).
• Formulate, review, and process comprehensive Procurement Request (PR) packages , including Statements of Work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL), Contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN), DD-254s, and applicable FAR/DFARS contractual sections.
• Manage acquisition, contract management, and co-production requirements for multinational programs, such as NATO Cooperative Projects and international partner agreements .
• Prepare and deliver executive‑level briefings , milestone decision packages, and production presentations for Flag‑level leadership, Milestone Decision Reviews, and International Steering Committees.
• Track procurement milestones and facilitate regular acquisition status reviews across program leadership , contracting commands (e.g., NAVSEA/SEA02), and domestic and foreign industry partners.
• Conduct comparative regulatory analyses between U.S. and foreign procurement frameworks to recommend specialized contract provisions and support sole‑source or competitive contract negotiations.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project activities spanning technical design, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), schedule milestones, and financial planning to align contract actions with program baseline goals .

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• 30 years’ experience with government acquisition
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Policy, Finance, Technical, or related discipline
• Mandatory : An active SECRET clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Business, Policy, Finance, Technical, or related discipline
• Direct experience as a contracts or program analyst with NAVSEA or PEO IWS program offices.
• DoD Acquisition Lifecycle & Documentation: Expert‑level mastery of the DoD 5000 series framework, milestone decision processes (Milestone B/C/FRP), and the drafting of APs, ASs, and APBs for major defense systems.
• Defense Contracting & FAR/DFARS Compliance: Deep practical experience authoring procurement packages (SOW, CDRL, CLIN, DD-254) and navigating FAR/DFARS regulations, contract modifications, and standard procurement systems (e.g., SPS/PD2).
• Multinational Cooperative & Co‑Production Experience: Proven expertise managing acquisition and contract processes within NATO Cooperative Projects, international co‑production environments (e.g., U.S./partner nation efforts), or Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
• Executive Communication & Cross‑Functional Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, align technical/financial/logistical stakeholders, and prepare Flag‑level, executive steering committee, and Navy leadership presentations.

Travel Requirements:

• Limited travel requirements (<10%)

Compensation:

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience; as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short‑Term, Long‑Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.