SkillBridge Acquisition Management Specialist Intern (Transitioning Military)

American Systems•Dallas, TX

About The Position

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. As a SkillBridge Acquisition Management Specialist Intern with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity learn the following: Learn from Subject Matter Experts on topics such as Acquisition Planning, Contract Management, Performance-Based Logistics (PBL), Compliance and Reporting, and Stakeholder Engagement Throughout the internship, the SkillBridge Intern will learn and understand how to: Learning with Acquisition Planning: Develop and execute acquisition strategies, including market research, cost-benefit analysis, and risk assessments, focusing on PBL solutions. Participate in planning, budgeting, and scheduling acquisition priorities aligned with mission objectives. Learning with Contract Management: Prepare, review, and manage all documentation associated with solicitation, evaluation, award, and administration of contracts, with an emphasis on PBL contracts. Evaluate contractor proposals and negotiate terms to ensure successful program delivery and incentives aligned with PBL goals. Monitor contractor performance through data analysis, field/site visits, and performance scorecards. Learning with Performance-Based Logistics Implementation: Design and implement PBL strategies to ensure optimal product support, continuous process improvement, and cost-effectiveness across the lifecycle of weapon systems and equipment. Work with logistics, engineering, and program management teams to define measurable outcomes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and sustainment metrics. Learning with Compliance & Reporting: Ensure acquisition activities comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DFAR PGI, NMCAR, and other DoD-specific policies. Prepare and present reports, contract status updates, and briefings to stakeholders and leadership. Learning with Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate coordination between internal and external stakeholders, including technical experts, end-users, industry partners, and leadership. Address and resolve issues related to contract performance, modifications, and changes in requirements. Many of the training, experience, and skills you’ve developed in the military will be an excellent transfer to Acquisition Program Management, and we welcome all who are interested in making an impact through our SkillBridge Internship. Below are just some of the skills and abilities we are looking for in an Intern.

Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to participate in a SkillBridge program.
Must have 120 days of military service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and have at least 120 continuous days of active military service (as defined by the DOD SkillBridge eligibility requirements)
Must have approval from your unit commander to participate in a SkillBridge program (as defined by the DOD SkillBridge eligibility requirements)
Top Secret/SCI Clearance required
Active learning
Adaptability and flexibility
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Defense acquisition, contracting, logistics, and supply chain knowledge and strategies
Documenting and tracking
Critical thinking and reasoning
Customer service and customer focus
Dependability, responsibility, and reliability
Judgment and decision making
Inquiring, interpreting, and information processing
Presenting, public speaking, and training
Program management and administration
Reasoning and decision making
Strategic vision, planning, and organization
Taking initiative
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Develop and execute acquisition strategies, including market research, cost-benefit analysis, and risk assessments, focusing on PBL solutions.
Participate in planning, budgeting, and scheduling acquisition priorities aligned with mission objectives.
Prepare, review, and manage all documentation associated with solicitation, evaluation, award, and administration of contracts, with an emphasis on PBL contracts.
Evaluate contractor proposals and negotiate terms to ensure successful program delivery and incentives aligned with PBL goals.
Monitor contractor performance through data analysis, field/site visits, and performance scorecards.
Design and implement PBL strategies to ensure optimal product support, continuous process improvement, and cost-effectiveness across the lifecycle of weapon systems and equipment.
Work with logistics, engineering, and program management teams to define measurable outcomes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and sustainment metrics.
Ensure acquisition activities comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DFAR PGI, NMCAR, and other DoD-specific policies.
Prepare and present reports, contract status updates, and briefings to stakeholders and leadership.
Facilitate coordination between internal and external stakeholders, including technical experts, end-users, industry partners, and leadership.
Address and resolve issues related to contract performance, modifications, and changes in requirements.