Acquisition Specialist

Knowledge Management, Inc.•, MD

10d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Knowledge Management, Inc. (KMI) is seeking an Acquisition Specialist for a role located at 843 Brightseat Road, Landover, Maryland. The position supports acquisition planning and execution in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, can work independently with minimal supervision, and has direct, hands-on experience developing acquisition documentation for contract awards. DHS Public Trust clearance is required; the U.S. Secret Service will process the clearance, which may take approximately 3–5 weeks. General operating hours are listed as 7:00–9:00 AM to 3:00–6:00 PM. The job posting lists a start date of October and asks candidates to provide their salary requirement. The successful candidate will independently develop requirements, conduct market research, prepare cost estimates, manage program budgets, and guide acquisition actions from planning through contract award. Required documentation experience includes Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Market Research Reports, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), acquisition planning documents, and Sole Source Justification and Approval (J&A) packages for acquisitions under Other Than Full and Open Competition. Direct ownership of this work is required; experience limited to coordinating, assisting, or participating without responsibility for developing the documentation will not meet the requirements. The role also supports program planning and execution, including acquisition strategy development, cost and budget management, lifecycle cost estimating, compliance with acquisition laws and policies, contract monitoring, deliverable assessment, schedule and test planning, and program reviews. Full-time employees are eligible to participate in KMI's benefits programs.

Requirements

Demonstrated hands-on federal contracting experience developing Sole Source Justification and Approval documentation for acquisitions conducted under Other Than Full and Open Competition.
Proven ability to draft clear, comprehensive Performance Work Statements and Statements of Work aligned with mission requirements and acquisition strategy.
Direct responsibility for developing required acquisition documentation; experience limited to coordinating, assisting with, or participating in acquisition activities is insufficient.
Ability to independently develop requirements, conduct market research, prepare cost estimates, manage program budgets, and guide acquisition actions from planning through contract award.
Thorough understanding of the federal budgeting and contracting lifecycle.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
DHS Public Trust clearance; the U.S. Secret Service will process the clearance.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and submit documentation required to facilitate federal contract approval and award.
Develop acquisition strategies and align them with organizational goals and mission requirements.
Plan and prepare acquisition strategies, conduct market research, develop and manage budgets, and participate in integrated product teams.
Prepare procurement-request documentation, including SOWs, IGCEs, market research documentation, and other required artifacts.
Develop, execute, or manage acquisition-related cost analyses, budgets, and program financial management functions, including business cases and analyses of alternatives.
Develop integrated life-cycle cost estimates for new programs and projects to inform funding requirements and the Resource Allocation Process.
Ensure programs and projects adhere to applicable acquisition laws, regulations, and policies.
Advise on contracting strategies for acquiring goods and services, including strategic sourcing vehicles and contracts.
Assess deliverables to ensure contract requirements are met, including supporting test and evaluation and development of a quality assessment program.
Develop Integrated Master Schedules, identify project dependencies, and support test planning, legacy-system transition planning, and fielding activities.
Assist with program review documents assessing cost, schedule, performance, and risk.
Monitor contract execution, including vendor billing.
Assist with program budget management and track obligations, expenditures, and forecasts.
Work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative on complex details, and produce high-quality acquisition documentation.
Collaborate with colleagues, resolve challenges proactively, and contribute to a collaborative workplace.