Acquisition Advisor

2 days ago

Chantilly, Virginia, United States The MITRE Corporation Full time
Unlock Your Potential in Acquisition Advisory

At The MITRE Corporation, we're committed to tackling the nation's toughest challenges and making a lasting impact. As an Acquisition Advisor, you'll play a pivotal 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 closely with government sponsors, acquisition specialists, and internal stakeholders to address complex acquisition challenges.
  • Develop and implement effective acquisition strategies and solutions.
  • Lead and support acquisition efforts across the lifecycle, from conceptualization to post-award contract management.
  • Advise government sponsors on acquisition strategy, roadmap development, and the formulation of actionable acquisition solutions.
  • Develop acquisition artifacts, including requirements documents, requests for proposals, and acquisition plans.
  • Provide acquisition support, such as market analysis, cost analysis, and contract changes.
  • Participate in source selection activities, recommending evaluation factors and analyzing proposal data.
  • Collaborate 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.
  • Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing within the organization to enhance acquisition expertise.
Requirements:
  • Typically Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience in acquisition, procurement, or contracting.
  • 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, DFARS, 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in acquisition, procurement, or contracting, with a focus on defense or national security applications, or Master's degree with 6 years of experience.
  • 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 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 acquisition lifecycle and procurement processes, and knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in acquisition.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply acquisition principles to complex challenges.

We're committed to maintaining a workplace that's inclusive, diverse, and supportive of our employees' well-being. If you're passionate about making a difference in acquisition advisory, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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