Acquisition Contract Analyst

MSB Analytics•Redstone Arsenal, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

MSB Analytics is seeking an experienced Acquisition Contracts Analyst to support the U.S. Army Cargo Helicopters International Programs (CH-47 International) at Redstone Arsenal. In this role, you will serve as a trusted acquisition advisor supporting Government leadership through every phase of the acquisition lifecycle. You will help develop acquisition strategies, prepare contract documentation, coordinate with Government stakeholders, and ensure acquisition actions comply with applicable regulations while supporting one of the Army's premier aviation programs. This position requires exceptional communication skills, strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple acquisition efforts simultaneously.

Requirements

US Citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.
Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree with 14 years of relevant experience; OR High School diploma with 16 years of relevant experience.
Experience with Federal acquisition planning
Experience with Contract package development
Experience with Justification & Approval (J&A) documentation
Experience with Performance Work Statements (PWS)
Experience with Statements of Work (SOW)
Experience with Acquisition Plans
Experience with Service Acquisition Strategies
Experience with FAR and DFARS
Experience with IDIQ contract vehicles
Experience with Task Orders
Experience with Contract Requirements Packages
Experience with Government acquisition reporting
Experience with Integrated Master Schedules
Experience with Paperless Contract Files (PCF)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting U.S. Army Aviation programs
Experience supporting Cargo Helicopters or Aviation Program Executive Office organizations
Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) acquisitions
Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition organizations
Experience supporting Senior Government acquisition leadership
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Exceptional attention to detail
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong customer service mindset
Professionalism when interacting with senior Government personnel
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team

Responsibilities

Support acquisition planning and contract development activities from pre-solicitation through contract award.
Assist in developing acquisition strategies for future contract requirements.
Monitor acquisition milestones using Contract Planning Worksheets.
Support Task Order management under IDIQ contract vehicles.
Prepare and coordinate acquisition documentation, including: Justification & Approval (J&A) packages, Acquisition Plans, Service Acquisition Strategies, Contract Requirements Packages (CRPs).
Assist in developing Performance Work Statements (PWS) and Statements of Work (SOW).
Develop and maintain: Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), Procurement Work Directives (PWDs), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
Utilize Paperless Contract Files (PCF) to organize and maintain acquisition documentation.
Coordinate acquisition activities with Product Directors, Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and other Government stakeholders.
Prepare recurring contractual reports and acquisition status briefings.
Ensure acquisition actions comply with FAR, DFARS, Army regulations, and applicable policies.
Participate in acquisition planning meetings, management reviews, and customer briefings.
Assist with acquisition strategy development for future contract requirements.
Recommend solutions to contractual and acquisition-related challenges.
These responsibilities support the Government's requirement for contract development, acquisition planning, contract package preparation, task order management, reporting, and strategic acquisition support.