Acquisition Analyst

KMS Solutions, LLC • Alexandria, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office (PMS 396) which is part of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Submarines (PEO SSBN), and Team Submarine (TSUB) providing engineering, logistics, and project management support to SSGN and SSBN Class Submarines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field.
• 10 or more years experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis or financial/cost analysis. Significant experience in U.S. Navy programs or operations.
• Must have excellent client interface skills.
• Must work well individually and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative.
• A Secret Clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering or other technical discipline (or commensurate experience).
• 10+ years of experience supporting military and DoD clients.
• 5+ years of experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition, especially for an ACAT 1 program.
• Experience in Contract Management, PPBE process, execution of various types of contracts and Financial Management.
• Understanding of database management tools to track program execution status, contract execution status, and contract deliveries.
• Experience working with Navy Program Offices, especially NAVSEA or Team Submarine.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Acquisition Strategy & Documentation:
• Lead the development and preparation of comprehensive, high-quality acquisition documents for new contracts, including but not limited to Acquisition Plans (AP), Justification and Approvals (J&A), Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and DD Form 254 (Contract Security Classification Specification).
• Provide expert analysis and recommendations for acquisition strategies for major new programs and follow-on contracts.
• Ensure all pre-award documentation is compliant with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and relevant DoD/NAVSEA policies.
• Contract Management:
• Provide cradle-to-grave contract management support for active contracts.
• Monitor contractor performance, track deliverables, and review invoices to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Assist in contract modifications, exercise options, and support the contract closeout process.
• Manage and maintain the DD Form 254, ensuring security requirements are current and accurately communicated to the contractor.
• PPBE & Financial Management:
• Track the execution of program funds and provide detailed financial analysis and reporting Acquisition PAPM.
• Assist in aligning program requirements with financial resources and budget cycles to ensure program stability and success.
• Program Support:
• Prepare and staff high-level briefings, white papers, and decision packages for senior leadership.
• Facilitate Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and working groups to resolve acquisition, financial, and contractual issues.

Benefits

• KMS offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program.
• Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level