Our client is seeking a Principal Acquisition Strategy and Documentation professional for a position at Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB) in Bedford, MA.
The ideal candidate must possess an active Secret Security Clearance and substantial experience with the Department of Defense (DoD).
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
Bachelor's degree with 20 years of relevant experience (at least 10 years within the DoD), or
Master's degree with 15 years of relevant experience (at least 10 years within the DoD), or
25 years of directly related experience with appropriate certifications (including at least 10 years within the DoD).
The candidate must have hands-on experience in acquisition reporting (e.g., DAES, MAR, SAR, GAO audits), and knowledge of program and/or financial management is a strong plus.
Responsibilities:
Possess in-depth knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles, policies, and practices as outlined in DoDI 5000.02.
Understand roles and relationships across the DoD and the U.S. Air Force.
Utilize both qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure program effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity.
Support program managers in assessing cost and schedule baselines, recommend solutions, and explore alternative courses of action.
Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, and produce high-quality documentation (e.g., briefings, reports, and plans).
Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition efforts across development, production, and deployment phases.
Formulate strategic plans and recommend approaches to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
Develop and support acquisition reports, including both statutory and regulatory reports (e.g., DAES, MAR).
Support program management reviews (PMRs), senior leadership reviews, and Integrated Master Plan/Schedule (IMP/IMS) assessments.
Prepare and present program status updates and acquisition deliverables to senior leadership.
Demonstrate recognized expertise in the technical/professional discipline and oversee junior and mid-level personnel.
Apply comprehensive knowledge of relevant standards, procedures, and practices within program office, enterprise, or staff-level environments.
Establish and implement division-wide processes to ensure timely and efficient review, coordination, and approval of all documentation, reports, and management tasks.
Interpret complex tasks from higher-level organizations (e.g., PEO Staff, Air Staff, DoD Staff, Congressional Staff), and organize multi-functional team responses.
Consolidate and synthesize data from multiple programs and disciplines into clear, actionable reports for senior decision-makers.
Delegate effectively and manage teams to meet outlined responsibilities.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Technical Experience Required:
Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance (or higher).
Education and Experience (must meet one of the following):
Bachelor's degree + 20 years of relevant experience (including 10 years in the DoD), OR
Master's degree + 15 years of relevant experience (including 10 years in the DoD), OR
25 years of directly related experience with proper certifications (including 10 years in the DoD).
Strongly preferred: Prior experience working on Air Force Headquarters Staff, especially at SAF/AQ and/or PEO Staff.
Required: Direct experience in acquisition reporting, including but not limited to DAES, MAR, SAR, and GAO audits.
Desirable: Experience across multiple acquisition disciplines, particularly in program management and financial management.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Bedford, MA
Salary
$140,000–$165,000 Per Year
Skills
Acquisition Strategyunmatched
Air Forceunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cost Analysisunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Financial Managementunmatched
IP Multimedia System (IMS)unmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Program Evaluationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Quantitative Analysisunmatched
Regulatory Reportsunmatched
Secret Clearanceunmatched
Security Clearanceunmatched
Statutory Lawsunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Systems Analysisunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
United States Air Force (USAF)unmatched
United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
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