Acquisition Analyst Subject Matter Expert

QinetiQ US•Arlington, VA

About The Position

Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners. You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD). QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter. We are seeking an Acquisition Analyst Subject Matter Expert to provide senior-level expertise on DoD acquisition policies, processes, and best practices under the SAF/SQ program. The ideal candidate is a recognized authority on defense procurement regulations and innovative acquisition approaches who can advise government acquisition leadership at the highest levels to accelerate delivery of space capabilities to the joint warfighter.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, law, public administration, management, or a related field
12+ years of DoD acquisition experience with demonstrated SME-level expertise in defense procurement policy and processes
Expert-level knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition regulations; experience advising on complex source selections
Demonstrated experience with innovative acquisition approaches including OTAs or commercial acquisition strategies
Knowledgeable with respect to IC, DoD, Air Force, Space Force, or SSC acquisition processes and procedures
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; proven ability to advise senior government leaders and develop high-quality written products
Ability to identify and solve problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities
Excellent project management and organizational skills
TS/SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob

Nice To Haves

JD or Master's degree preferred
DAU Level III certification in Contracting or Program Management; DAWIA certification
Prior experience as a Contracting Officer (KO) or Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) in a DoD program office
Experience supporting space acquisition programs or the Space Systems Command (SSC) / SAF/SQ acquisition enterprise

Responsibilities

Provide expert advisory support on the application of defense acquisition regulations, statutes, and policies including FAR, DFARS, DoD 5000 series, and Space Force acquisition guidance
Analyze proposed acquisition strategies and source selection approaches; recommend improvements to accelerate delivery and reduce cost and risk
Support the revision or drafting of JCIDS and acquisition documentation such as Acquisition Strategies, Acquisition Plans, Request for Proposals (RFPs), and Source Selection Evaluation Plans
Advise on innovative acquisition authorities and tools including Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs), and streamlined competitive procedures
Provide operational and technical advice for projects and programs as well as support acquisition efforts for advanced technology and future concept development
Monitor changes to acquisition law and policy; assess impacts to ongoing SAF/SQ programs and communicate implications to leadership
Support the development, delivery, review, and evaluation of impact analyses, audits, studies, compliance inspections, and acquisition readiness reviews
Develop training materials, policy guidance, and process improvements for the SAF/SQ acquisition workforce
Maintain a broad awareness and understanding of all programs and acquisition activities in execution across the applicable portfolio; assist integrated product teams and working groups

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