Acquisition Specialist, Senior
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to support dynamic programs entering and progressing through the Adaptive Acquisition Framework pathways? You’re eager to support the acquisition life cycle in support of your clients’ missions. As a Acquisition Specialist, you’ll work with our defense clients in support of the warfighter, aiding in the acquisition of all they need for optimal end strength and ensuring that their mission is our mission. We’re looking for someone like you to be a liaison to the government.
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on our country’s defense acquisition process. As a Acquisition Specialist you’ll draft acquisition and contracting documentation, help programs prepare for Milestone and Gate reviews to move forward in delivering capability to our sailors, and assist in acquisition reporting. You’ll work with Program Managers, Resource Sponsors, and other requirements owners and stakeholders to deliver. You’ll grow your acquisition expertise regarding all statutory, regulatory, and policy updates impacting each project’s success. From working with your team to building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, to obtaining concurrence, you’ll work to deliver meaningful acquisition support. Are you ready to improve the processes that defend our nation?
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
5+ years of experience with DoD acquisition such as DoD 5000 series or FAR and DFARS
Experience with using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to recommend or review strategies for program execution
Ability to self-start and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience supporting a Navy acquisition program office
Experience with ACAT I or II programs
Experience with the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF)
Experience with drafting acquisition documents
Experience with acquisition reporting
Knowledge of DoD Acquisition, including touchpoints with all functional fields such as contracting, budget, engineering, and testing
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
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Grow With Us
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A Place Where You Belong
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Support Your Well-Being
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
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Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen 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 $65,300.00 to $149,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Work Model
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- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
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