Acquisition Specialist for Electronic Warfare & Cyber - MAG Aerospace

Position Summary:

MAG Aerospace is seeking an experienced Acquisition Specialist to assist program managers from Product Manger Information Warfare Cyber Development (PdM IWCD) in developing program documentation, creating program schedules, tracking program status, evaluating operational and technical alternatives, performing risk assessment and managing integrated product teams.

This is an opportunity to be involved in the newly formed PM Cyber & Space and be a part of the rapidly growing Cyber Development Product Office responsible for key capabilities within the offensive cyber operations world

 

Telework available 1 to 2 days a week subject to change based on mission

US Citizenship

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Provides expertise on the myriad of factors that influence cost, schedule, performance, and risk.
• Advise in the interpretation and tailoring of applicable acquisition regulations/memorandums, and ensure affordable, supportable and effective systems are delivered to the customer.
• Apply knowledge of DoD acquisition policy/best practice (DoDI 5000, Army Acquisition Regulations), briefing formation, and overall understanding of critical acquisition functional disciplines (e.g., contracting, test, engineering, logistics, budget) to produce thoughtful and defendable acquisition approaches.
• Directly supports the development of the acquisition strategy, acquisition program baselines, schedules, contracting plans/requirements packages, engineering strategies, spend/execution plans, shaping Program Objective Memoranda, and other supporting acquisition/budget documentation.
• Provide assistance in analyzing and developing improved policies, plans, methods, procedures, and systems of acquisition management programs.
• Assist Program and Project Managers in the maintenance of Spend Plans.
• Track financial execution performance information (commitments, obligations, and outlays).
• Mentors and coaches APMs to grow as experienced and confident acquisition professionals.
• Other duties may be assigned

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Requirements:

Minimum Requirements

• Progressive experience in the DoD 5000 acquisition process, supporting the development and implementation of contracts and all acquisition related documentation.
• Knowledge and skill in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods and techniques of federal contracting and the DoD 5000 acquisition process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Experience providing budget information for meetings and briefings.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, proven verbal and written communications, and the ability to work on multi-functional teams in a fast-paced development environment.

Education 

• The minimum level of education required is: BS Degree.
• 4 years of additional experience can be considered for equivalency 

 

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated combined experience in DoD acquisition management, program management, and/or contract management is required.

Clearance

• Possess an active TS Security Clearance threshold with ability to attain an SCI.

Desired Requirements

• BS degree with a business focus preferred Proven track record of successfully planning, maturing, and fielding DoD acquisition systems
• TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Project Management Institute PMP certification, or Contract Manager CPCM certification, or DAWIA Level II in any focus area
• Proven track record of successfully planning, maturing, and fielding DoD acquisition systems
• Experience with multiple contract vehicles & approaches (Traditional Federal Acquisition Regulation, Other Transaction Authority, Justification & Approvals (J&As))
• Familiarity with IT Box requirements approach
• Experience with Tailored Major Capability Acquisition and Software Acquisition Pathways
• Experience working with the government or working as a System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) within a program management office for the acquisition of Software Programs

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work within office/lab/field environments
• Ability to travel 20% required to Army and contractor locations within CONUS

Special Note:

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

 

Government or customer site-specific requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, except in circumstances where a candidate is legally entitled to an accommodation.

Company Policy:

MAG Aerospace (MAG) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Click below for the “Know Your Rights" and “Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination” supplement posters. https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters MAG Aerospace (MAG) is committed to providing an online application process that is accessible to all, including individuals with a disability, by offering an alternative way to apply for job openings. This alternative method is available for those who cannot otherwise complete the online application due to a disability or need for accommodation. MAG provides reasonable accommodation to applicants under the guidance of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam-Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and certain state and/or local laws. If you need assistance due to a disability, please contact the MAG Aerospace Recruiting email: Applicant.Assist@mag.us or call (703) 376-8993.