Acquisition Management Support I/Administration Assistant
The Acquisition Manager I at Confidential Client supports the Naval Surface Warfare Center by managing procurement data, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and coordinating between government and contracting entities. This role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to improve procurement efficiency and maintain adherence to defense acquisition standards. The position offers a hybrid remote work arrangement and requires an active Secret clearance.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Acquisition Management Support I / Administration Assistant to support a Naval Surface Warfare Center program. This is a contingent contract role (position awarded upon contract), telecommute-capable with on-site activity as required. U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop tracking and analyze procurement data and packages to recommend improvements in quality, schedule, and efficiency.
- Collect procurement requirements from the government Requiring Technical Authority (RTA) to feed acquisition plans and determine required resources.
- Prepare technical data packages (TDPs) for procurement requirements.
- Establish and maintain electronic and/or hardcopy libraries of procurement documents and work order files.
- Ensure organizational adherence to FAR/DFARS/NMCARS and applicable Acquisition Quality Assurance guidance.
- Recommend policy and procedure adjustments to ensure regulatory compliance for FAR and non‑FAR requirements.
- Act as liaison between resource sponsors, program/project managers, staff, and the U.S. Navy contracting office.
Qualifications
- U.S. citizen required.
- Active Secret clearance required.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS; familiarity with NAVSEA IT compliance is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and switch between tasks quickly.
- Comfortable leading and participating in meetings and working groups.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and common web-based applications.
- Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods and meet required visual standards for the role.
Work Arrangement & Contingencies
- Location: Crane, IN — TELECOMMUTE (remote-capable) with on-site requirements as needed.
- Employment: Contingent upon contract award.
- This role requires eligibility to work for U.S. federal government contracts and an active Secret clearance; background checks and additional screening may be required.
Benefits & Perks
- Generous paid time off (additional days awarded at ten-year anniversary) and paid holidays.
- Health insurance with employer contributions (Cigna) plus HSA.
- Vision and dental coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability (employer-paid).
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; options to purchase additional coverage.
- Retirement plan with company match.
- Annual incentive pay opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement, paid certifications, and professional membership support (after eligibility period).
- Employee referral bonus, EAP, workers’ compensation, ID protection membership, and company events.
About Our Client
Confidential Client is a certified solutions provider delivering project management, process improvement, and IT support services to government and defense customers. The client supports acquisition programs with compliance, CMMC/CMMI-informed practices, and project assurance for complex federal projects.
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