Sr. Acquisition Specialist

Evans, Inc.; Washington; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development & Educational Assistance

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Evans, Inc. in Washington, DC, is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support the U.S. Navy with expertise in acquisition and procurement. This hybrid position requires managing acquisition documentation and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and Navy policies. Candidates should have a Master’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience. The compensation range is $135,000 to $150,000 annually, with various benefits including paid leave and professional development resources.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain.
• 10+ years of experience in DoD acquisition or contracting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage acquisition documentation for SBIR/STTR.
• Support full lifecycle of SBIR Phase I and II proposal evaluations.
• Coordinate and track debrief requests as required.

Skills

SBIR/STTR knowledge

DoD acquisition processes

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Finance or related field

Bachelor’s Degree plus 6 years relevant experience

Job description

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Location Details: This role is hybrid with on-site requirements up to 3 days/week at the Naval Air Station in Washington, DC.

Evans is seeking a Sr. Acquisition Specialist to join one of their growing contracts supporting the U.S. Navy. We are seeking someone with expertise in high-level acquisition, procurement package development, evaluation support, and policy interpretation across various SBIR Phase activities. This role supports the government in all contract-related actions, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS, Navy SBIR instructions, and SYSCOM-specific policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage acquisition documentation for SBIR/STTR awards, including: evaluation reports, award recommendation materials, procurement request (PR) packages, SOWs, Acquisition Plans (APs), Acquisition Strategy Reports (ASR), Procurement Initiation Documents (PID), funding documents, and other required supporting forms.
• Support the full lifecycle of SBIR Phase I and II proposal evaluations by assisting with scheduling, artifact preparation, reviewer coordination, system data entry, and tracking evaluation milestones; provide advisory support for Phase III actions, including documentation guidance and process training.
• Coordinate and track debrief requests, ensuring timely and policy-compliant responses in accordance with DFARS and DON SBIR procedures.
• Interpret and apply SBIR/STTR statutory authority and assist Government leads in aligning acquisition processes with current legislation and DON policy.
• Maintain accurate and timely updates within SBIR data systems including PMDB, STAIRS, FlankSpeed/SharePoint portals, and associated tracking repositories.
• Assist with data calls to ONR, OSD, SBA, CDAO, contracting offices, and SYSCOM leadership, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and traceability.
• Serve as a regional on-site resource for local SBIR PMOs to coordinate meetings, provide acquisition guidance, and support on-site activities as required.
• Assess program procedures, practices, philosophies, and documentation for compliance with specifications, contracts, and mission requirements.
• Develop and analyze reports on briefs, point papers, correspondence; attend meetings, conferences, and review boards.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Master’s Degree in Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field plus 10 years of experience. A Bachelor’s Degree plus 6 years’ additional relevant work experience may be substituted for a Master’s Degree.
• 10+ years of experience in DoD acquisition or contracting.
• Strong working knowledge of SBIR/STTR statutory authority, DoD acquisition processes, and Navy contracting procedures.
• Demonstrated experience developing acquisition packages, supporting source selections, and navigating contracting workflows.
• Ability to provide expert consultation on data rights, IP considerations, and Phase III statutory authority.
• Expertise in data rights, intellectual property, and Phase III statutory authority.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for interpreting policy and legislation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Benefits

• Supporting Work-Life Integration
• Professional Development & Educational Assistance w/ Extensive Growth Resources
• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans’ Contribution and 100% Vesting

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with ADA. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to HR at evansconsulting.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.

Work Authorization

U.S. citizenship or a permanent residency card in the U.S. is required to be an eligible candidate for this opportunity. Employees may be required to hold a specific security clearance depending on the work assignment.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other statuses protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international laws.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Compensation

Salary 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. The projected compensation range for this position is $135,000 to 150,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Evans’s total compensation package for employees.