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Acquisition Lifecycle Specialist

SMX
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025

SMX is seeking an Acquisition Lifecycle Specialist for a Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition support to the Secretary of the Air Force / Concept Development Management Office (SAF / CDM), Mission Architecture Innovation directorate (CDMM) Acquisition (AQ) and Contract (PK) office. The organization manages a portfolio of projects to develop and implement information systems to support a broad range of business and mission activities.

This position requires a DoD TS / SCI clearance, mandating US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide support and assistance in preparation of all requirement documentation for complex acquisitions such as, but not limited to, acquisitions plans (APs), Acquisition Strategy Panels (ASPs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Statements of Objective (SOOs), Determinations and Findings (D&Fs) and Justification and Approvals (J&As)
  • Analyze requirements and determine appropriate contract type and the appropriate extent of competition
  • Prove recommendations, evaluate, assist with development, and execution of approved acquisition strategies
  • Support acquisition efforts throughout their life cycle, requirements definition and development, procurement, and post-award contract management activities to ensure the expected benefits of each procurement action is realized
  • Conduct market analysis, cost analysis, requirements analysis, Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) development, as well as contract administration
  • Performs a full range of pre-award and post award functions for multiple agency departments such as prepare and distribute contract award documents and provide post award support such as contract file maintenance and contract administration
  • Collaborate with team members to effectively define acquisition products that meet technical, schedule, and programmatic requirements
  • Provide recommendations on solicitation development and format, and assist with the generation of Instructions to Offerors (ITOs) and Sections L&Ms
  • Ensures compliance with quality assurance requirements and promptly addresses performance related issues
  • Document and facilitate communication between groups
  • Support the management of project requirements, scope, and schedule changes

Required Skills & Experience

  • DoD Top Secret / SCI
  • BS degree with minimum eight (8) years relevant experience providing acquisition support for a cloud platform or similar (ie Cyber / IT program office)
  • DAWIA Level 2 / PM (Practitioner) / Contracts (Professional)
  • Experience and knowledge in automated office software suites to include word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, graphics, database, and communication systems
  • Program office experience supporting cloud platforms or cyber / IT to include working with senior technical SMEs
  • Strong writing skills / experience preparing requirements documents such as : Statement of Works (SOW), Statements of Objective (SOO), and Performance Work Statements (PWS)
  • Experience preparing Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)
  • Experience managing the procurement process from cradle to grave
  • Experience preparing procurement packages and solicitation documents such as Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), and Combined Synopsis / Solicitations
  • Experience supporting processes to track and report progress on contract actions
  • Experience working with evaluation teams for source selections, performing market research and surveys to identify potential suppliers and vendors and developing acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
  • Extensive knowledge in acquisition policies / compliance and industry standards and preparing briefings and presentations
  • Extensive knowledge in acquisition policies / compliance and industry standards and preparing briefings and presentations
  • Desired Skills & Experience

  • Master's Degree in related discipline
  • Certifications : DAWIA PM / Contracts Level 3 / PM (Advanced) / Contracts (Professional)
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    This is the projected salary range based on experience, location, and other factors.

    Proposed Salary Range

    102,000-$135,000 USD

    At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

    We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

    SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans.

    Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

    Salary : $102,000 - $135,000

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