Sr. Acquisition Support Specialist

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services. OST is one of an elite set of companies worldwide to be externally appraised CMMI Level 5.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.  

Sr. Acquisition Support Specialist

Description of Specific duties in a typical workday for this position: 

The Sr. Acquisition Support Specialist provides acquisition and contracting support to PM Synthetic Environment, assisting Government personnel with acquisition planning, documentation, contract tracking, and program reporting.

Responsibilities include supporting the development and review of acquisition documentation such as Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), market research, and acquisition strategies. The individual also assists with tracking contract actions, modifications, funding, and deliverables.

The position requires hands-on experience with Microsoft Power BI to develop and maintain dashboards, automate reporting, and create data visualizations that support acquisition activities and program management decisions.

Additional duties include supporting proposal evaluations, acquisition-related briefings, and coordination with program managers, engineers, and contracting personnel.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Acquisition Management, Contracting, Program Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting DoD or Federal acquisition, contracting, or related program activities.

• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining Microsoft Power BI dashboards and reports.

• Experience with Power Query, DAX, and data visualization.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

• Experience developing or reviewing acquisition documentation (SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs).

• Experience with acquisition planning, market research, contract tracking, and reporting.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Active Secret Clearance.

This is a full-time position paying a base salary and full benefits and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume. 

OST is an equal- opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other category protected by applicable federal , state, or local law.