Senior Program Acquisition Specialist

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States Sayres and Associates Full time

Company Overview:
Sayres and Associates is a prominent provider of defense support services, primarily serving the US Navy and DCSA. With a dedicated team of over 300 program support professionals, we equip our clients' senior leadership with essential planning, analytics, and operational support.

Position Summary:
We are currently seeking a Senior Acquisition/Program Analyst to join our team. This role is based in the Washington, DC area and requires a SECRET clearance, verifiable in DISS.

Key Responsibilities:
The Senior Acquisition/Program Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the Strategic and Theater Sealift Program Office (PMS 385) and the future submarine tender program, AS(X). The responsibilities include:

  • Delivering acquisition expertise to PMS 385, with a comprehensive understanding of DoD requirements, policies, and shipbuilding acquisition processes.
  • Applying in-depth knowledge of DoD 5000 and the Defense Acquisition System, along with the statutory and regulatory requirements for ACAT I and II programs.
  • Analyzing and developing inputs for DoD Acquisition documents, White Papers, and briefing materials for various Defense Acquisition Boards and reviews.
  • Providing guidance on DoD acquisition management, contracts, and technical/business management.
  • Demonstrating proficiency in Acquisition Strategies, Executive Summaries, Program Baselines, and other reporting requirements.
  • Overseeing RFP development and conducting proposal reviews.
  • Monitoring shipbuilder performance on design and construction contracts, analyzing cost performance data, and preparing reports for senior management.
  • Ensuring quality assurance of deliverables from the assigned task area.
  • Assisting with deliverable tracking, task management, and strategic planning, including budget formulation and issue support.
  • Conducting analyses of business practices and providing recommendations for improvement.
  • Maintaining executive-level communication with senior Navy/DoD personnel.
  • Occasional travel for stakeholder meetings and site visits.

Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, candidates should possess:

  • A Master's Degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • A strong understanding of DoD contracts and contracting processes.
  • Senior-level experience with shipbuilding programs.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, emphasizing customer service.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • An active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will have:

  • At least 10 years of experience in NAVSEA, Military Sealift Command, or related fields.
  • Experience with Submarine Tender, Sealift, or Auxiliary Ships.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • DAU Certification.
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience supporting an ACAT I shipbuilding program.

This position description serves as a general overview of the primary responsibilities and expectations for this role. The incumbent may be required to perform additional tasks as necessary.

At Sayres, we foster an environment that promotes personal and professional growth while striving to exceed our customers' expectations. We offer a comprehensive range of technical, engineering, and administrative services, including acquisition, financial management, logistics, and systems engineering.



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