Acquisition Advisor – National Security Accelerator Program

7 days ago

Bloomington, Illinois, United States MITRE Full time
Unlock Your Potential as an Acquisition Advisor

At MITRE, we're committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges and making a lasting impact. As an Acquisition Advisor, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of acquisition advisory, supporting the intelligence/DOD community, and contributing to the success of national security missions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with government sponsors, acquisition specialists, and internal stakeholders to address complex acquisition challenges.
  • Develop and implement effective acquisition strategies and solutions.
  • Contribute to the development of acquisition artifacts, including requirements documents, requests for proposals, and acquisition plans.
  • Provide acquisition support, such as market analysis, cost analysis, and contract changes, to inform decision-making and drive efficiency in procurement processes.
  • Participate in source selection activities, recommending evaluation factors, and analyzing proposal data to facilitate informed decision-making by government sponsors.
  • Collaborate closely with technical, cost, and procurement teams to ensure alignment of acquisition products with technical, schedule, and programmatic requirements.
  • Stay abreast of changes in acquisition regulations and policies to ensure compliance and adaptability in acquisition practices.
  • Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing within the organization to enhance acquisition expertise and address sponsor challenges effectively.
  • Communicate acquisition-related analyses and recommendations clearly and concisely through written and verbal channels to stakeholders and partners.
Requirements:
  • Typically Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related discipline with Minimum of 5 years of related experience in acquisition, procurement, or contracting, or Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or PhD with relevant experience.
  • Solid understanding of acquisition principles, practices, and regulations.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in technical areas relevant to acquisition, such as contract management, source selection, and requirements development.
  • Knowledge of tools and methodologies commonly used in acquisition, including FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), and other applicable regulations.
  • Experience engaging with government agencies, departments, and external partners in the context of acquisition and procurement activities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex acquisition concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
  • This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site presence.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelors and 8 years of experience in acquisition, procurement, or contracting, with a focus on defense or national security applications or Master's with 6 years
  • Proven track record of working on acquisition projects for one or more government agencies, preferably within the Intelligence Community or Department of Defense.
  • Demonstrated interdisciplinary background, showcasing continual learning and adaptation to new acquisition technologies and concepts.
  • Advanced expertise in acquisition, including but not limited to:
    • Advanced acquisition strategy development and analysis.
    • In-depth understanding and application of acquisition regulations and policies.
    • Proficiency in source selection processes and methodologies.
    • Experience in contract negotiation and administration.
  • Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition lifecycle and procurement processes.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in acquisition, including digital acquisition, agile procurement methods, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Advanced proficiency in relevant tools and software used in acquisition management, such as Contract Writing Systems (CWS) and electronic procurement platforms.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply acquisition principles to complex challenges.
  • Experience collaborating with external partners and industry experts on acquisition strategy development and implementation initiatives.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

Top Secret/SCI

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Top Secret/SCI

Work Location Type:

Hybrid

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