Strategic Acquisition Specialist for DoD/IC Programs

Adaptic LLC; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Adaptic LLC in Annapolis, MD seeks Acquisition Professionals to turn mission needs into executable strategies across the full lifecycle—from planning through award and execution. You’ll support planning, requirements, and strategy alignment for DoD/IC programs.

Roles range from entry to leadership levels; applicants must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph and experience with SOWs, PWSs, SSPs, and source selections. Strong communication and briefing skills required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• Experience supporting acquisition, contracting, or program management activities.
• Familiarity with DoD/IC acquisition processes, policies, and lifecycle phases.
• Experience developing acquisition documentation (SOWs, PWSs, SOOs, SSPs, etc.).
• Experience supporting acquisition strategy development and execution.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication skills, including briefing and documentation support.
• A degree in Business, Acquisition, Finance, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition planning and execution across the full lifecycle, aligning requirements, strategy, and contract outcomes.
• Assist in pre-acquisition activities, IPTs, and strategy meetings.
• Conduct market research and document findings to inform decisions.
• Draft market surveys and analyze results to support planning.
• Develop SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, task orders and labor categories.
• Support development of acquisition and contract strategies for various program sizes.
• Prepare acquisition briefings, pre-solicitation materials, and strategy documentation.
• Draft/source selection materials including SSPs, PPIs, and evaluation criteria
• Develop CICA justifications for non-competitive acquisitions
• Support award fee planning and incentive structures to drive performance
• Provide oversight and compliance review of acquisition docs and processes
• Advise on acquisition regulations, policies, and best practices
• Support process improvement initiatives and governance for major acquisitions

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Briefing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Acquisition, Finance, Project Management, or related field

Job description

Adaptic LLC in Annapolis, MD seeks Acquisition Professionals to turn mission needs into executable strategies across the full lifecycle—from planning through award and execution. You’ll support planning, requirements, and strategy alignment for DoD/IC programs.

Roles range from entry to leadership levels; applicants must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph and experience with SOWs, PWSs, SSPs, and source selections. Strong communication and briefing skills required.