Acquisition Specialist

Acquisition Specialist

The Opportunity:

As an acquisition management professional, you know that both sides of the acquisition and contracts lifecycle are pivotal to your clients' missions. We're looking for someone like you to be a liaison to the government. Bring your passion to support pre- and post-award federal contracts and improve the processes that defend our nation.

As a Federal Acquisition Management Professional at Booz Allen, you'll work closely with our defense customers in support of the warfighter requirements, aiding in the acquisition of all they need for optimal end strength and ensuring that their mission is our mission. This is an opportunity to impact our country's global defense and strategic goals. On our team, you'll interact with and support ACAT I - IV programs and Rapid Acquisitions programs delivering the most lethal and technologically advanced munitions systems to the warfighter.

You'll provide acquisition expertise regarding all statutory, regulatory, and policy updates impacting each program's success. From creating and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders to obtaining concurrence, you'll deliver meaningful acquisition support to the munition's program offices developing and procuring advanced systems for the warfighter.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in defense acquisitions or federal contracting, either serving as a Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, or Integrated Product Team Lead
• 5+ years of experience with Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE), and developing acquisition strategies and documentation
• Knowledge of Defense Acquisition and Adaptive Acquisition Framework: DoDI 5000.02
• Ability to interact with and brief Senior Defense and Acquisition Leaders with minimal oversight
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, Contracts, Economics, Industrial Management or Marketing
• Practitioner Level or DAU Level II Program Management certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Middle Tier Acquisitions: DoDI 5000.80, Engineering of Defense Systems: DoDI 5000.88, Test and Evaluation: DoDI 5000.89, or Product Support Management: DoDI 5000.91
• Knowledge of USAF Munitions, Test Ranges, or Operational Planning
• Ability to lead small teams of less than 7 personnel
• Top Secret clearance
• Master's degree in Business, Finance, Law, Contracts, Economics, Industrial Management or Marketing

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.