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Applied Research Solutions · 2 days ago

Acquisition Strategy & Documentation SME

Bedford, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$168K/yr - $184K/yr

15+ years exp

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is a respected provider of technically integrated solutions, and they are seeking a dynamic Acquisition Strategy and Documentation Principal. In this senior role, you will leverage deep DoD acquisition expertise to craft strategies, produce documentation, and guide Air Force programs from concept to execution.

Business DevelopmentBusiness Information SystemsSmall and Medium Businesses

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leverage deep DoD acquisition expertise to craft winning strategies, produce high-impact documentation, and guide complex Air Force programs from concept to execution

Possess comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02

Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs

Knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and pursue alternative courses of action

Effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.)

Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment; formulate plans, and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives

Support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e. DAES, MAR, etc.)

Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and IMP/IMS reviews

Support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management

Possess the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field, possesses the ability to perform tasks, and oversees the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel within the technical/professional discipline

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures, and practices in their area of expertise (Program Office, Enterprise and Staff Level Support interface)

Establish and implement division processes to ensure efficient review, coordination, and approval of all division tasks, briefings, acquisition documentation, acquisition reporting, and organizational management

Interpret complex requests/tasks from higher level organizations (including PEO Staff, Air Staff, DoD Staff, and Congressional Staff) and construct, organize, and implement data calls across multiple functional disciplines within the division to efficiently/timely develop an appropriate response for senior leader review

Consolidate/synthesize data inputs from multiple programs, data inputs from multiple functional disciplines, and independent research into coherent products to support senior leadership decision processes and products

Effectively delegate and manage multiple individuals to accomplish the responsibilities outlined above

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

DoD acquisition expertiseProgram managementAcquisition reportingQualitative analysisQuantitative analysisStrategic planningResearch skillsOral communicationWritten communicationTeam managementProblem-solving

Required

Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02

Knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force

Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs

Knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines

Ability to recommend viable solutions to problems and pursue alternative courses of action

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.)

Ability to plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment

Ability to formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives

Ability to support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e. DAES, MAR, etc.)

Ability to support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and IMP/IMS reviews

Ability to support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management

Possess the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field

Ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel within the technical/professional discipline

Ability to establish and implement division processes to ensure efficient review, coordination, and approval of all division tasks, briefings, acquisition documentation, acquisition reporting, and organizational management

Ability to interpret complex requests/tasks from higher level organizations and construct, organize, and implement data calls across multiple functional disciplines

Ability to consolidate/synthesize data inputs from multiple programs, data inputs from multiple functional disciplines, and independent research into coherent products

Ability to effectively delegate and manage multiple individuals to accomplish the responsibilities outlined above

Must have held a position on Air Force Headquarter Staff, preferably at SAF/AQ and/or PEO Staff

Direct experience with acquisition reporting, including but not limited to DAES, MAR, Selective Acquisition Review (SAR), and GAO audits

Experience in more than one acquisition discipline, especially program management and financial management

Advanced Degree (MA/MS) with 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 years of which must be in the DoD

BA/BS degree with 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD

25 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, 10 of which must be in the DoD

Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Must be a US citizen