Program Acquisition Specialist - Hollywood, MD

Dayton T. Brown, Inc.•Hollywood, MD

2d•$32 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Dayton T. Brown, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Program Acquisition Specialist for its Mission Systems Division in Hollywood, Maryland. The role coordinates complex program requirements and works with government customers, suppliers, procurement, and internal teams to keep program goals, schedules, and deliverables on track. It includes coordinating supplier communications and quotations, analyzing proposals and costs, tracking deliveries, maintaining program records, and helping address schedule, supply-chain, and performance risks. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
At least 2 years of experience in program support, logistics coordination, supplier management, or a related field.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with business or ERP systems.
Ability to balance competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and collaborate effectively across multiple teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting government contracting, defense, aerospace, military logistics, or another regulated industry.
Working knowledge of government contracting requirements, including FAR, DFARS, applicable public laws, and contract compliance principles.
Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain one.

Responsibilities

Serve as a point of contact connecting government customers, internal program teams, procurement, suppliers, and DTB support personnel.
Coordinate program requirements, supplier communications, quotations, deliverables, and schedules.
Review supplier proposals, compare pricing, support cost analysis, and identify opportunities for value and cost savings.
Track orders, materials, services, and delivery commitments in support of program milestones and deadlines.
Maintain accurate program documentation, records, status reports, and forecasts.
Identify potential schedule delays, supply-chain challenges, and performance risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve them.
Support program planning, financial tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure program activities and documentation meet company procedures and applicable contractual requirements.