Acquisition Analyst

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ARServices is seeking an Acquisition Analyst in the Reston, VA area.

The ideal candidates for this position will have experience in acquisition planning, contract planning, contract management support and general project management support. This position is full-time. Most of the work will be performed in a government facility at Reston, VA. Although situational telework may be permitted, the majority of the weekly tasks will require work on site. This position requires a Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. This position may involve occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and options regarding all phases of planning for acquisition of CWMD technical R&D services
• Conduct all forms of market research for CWMD R&D products and services
• Prepare solicitation documentation to include Needs Statements, Statements of Work, Independent Government Cost Estimates, contract structures and evaluation factors
• Conduct analysis of alternatives for acquisition and contracting options
• Conduct comprehensive Risk Analysis related to contracts and projects
• Provide cost estimating, life-cycle costing, and cost-benefit analyses in support of acquisition options
• Plan, coordinate, integrate, implement, and evaluate the use of available acquisition methods
• Review program documentation to ensure technical validity and facilitate cross-communication regarding program priorities and courses of action
• Participate in Integrated Product Teams and serve as acquisition point of contact
• Track cost, schedule, and performance parameters of current contracts and projects
• Support the development of contract option execution documentation
• Assist with tracking project expenditures and development/maintenance of program review materials
• Ensure acquisition planning is compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulation, DoD Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, other DoD Acquisition Directives, and DTRA-specific Acquisition Directives and program management direction.

Security Clearance Requirement:
Active/current TS/SCI clearance is required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Masters degree in a discipline relating to acquisition, program management, or business.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in DoD contract and acquisition planning.
• Experience with DoD Research and Development (R&D) programs.
• Extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, DoD Directive 5000 series and other DoD acquisition and contracting policies.

Desired Qualifications

• MA degree in Acquisition or Contracting.
• Experience as a warranted government contracting officer
• Certification as a Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification in science and technology, program management or contracting areas
• Experience with Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) R&D programs
• Experience at DTRA

ARServices is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.