Acquisition Specialist

MAG Aerospace

. Advise PM EW&C on acquisition planning and contractual/procurement aspects of the portfolio .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeAberdeen Proving Ground • Maryland • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing and advising on acquisition planning and contractual aspects, with a strong focus on developing Acquisition Requirement Packages and applying federal contracting laws and regulations. Proven ability to lead multifunctional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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Acquisition Requirement Packages (ARPs)Federal Contracting LawsDoD 5000 Acquisition ProcessSecret ClearanceInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementCost Reimbursement ContractsFixed-Price ContractsMarket ResearchTechnical EvaluationAnalytical MethodsContractual Performance RequirementsBusiness PrinciplesAcquisition PlansProcurement Principles

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingMultitaskingTact and Diplomacy

Tools & Technologies

Procurement Portfolio Management Tool (PPMT)Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelWindows

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret ClearanceAbility to Obtain TS/SCI

Industry Keywords

Acquisition PlanningContractual AspectsProcurement ActionsService Contract ApprovalsEvaluation CriteriaMarket Research ReportsTechnical DataFederal RegulationsArmy Contracting PoliciesCyber Technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise PM EW&C on acquisition planning and contractual/procurement aspects of the portfolio
Assist O5s with managing contracting aspects of acquisition programs
Act as liaison between the program manager and major Contracting Command
Plan and execute cost reimbursement, cost-plus-fixed, incentive or award-fee, and fixed-price contracts
Participate in pre-award and post-award procurement actions
Apply procurement principles and technical/program requirements to acquisition and milestone documentation
Lead and facilitate development of Acquisition Requirement Packages, including PWSs, SOWs, CDRLs, Service Contract Approvals, Justifications and Approvals, and Acquisition Plans
Review ARPs for completeness and provide procurement and technical advice
Conduct market research and assist with Market Research Reports and Determination of Best Procurement Approaches
Coordinate technical evaluation of proposals with the Product Team
Advise the Government on Source Selection Evaluation Plans, evaluation criteria, and weighting methodologies
Lead the Procurement Portfolio Management Tool (PPMT/1-N database), pull reports, and ensure weekly updates
Work contracting taskers with O5s
Manage and update internal contracting trackers
Prepare ARPs for PM EW&C headquarters efforts and track them through award
Support EW&C capabilities that counter current and future threats through cyber technologies and agile development

Requirements

What you’ll need

10 years' progressive experience supporting the development and implementation of contracts and acquisition-related documentation
Experience leading and facilitating Acquisition Requirement Packages (ARPs)
Knowledge of federal and Army contracting laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods, and techniques
Knowledge of the DoD 5000 acquisition process
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with key individuals/groups outside the immediate work unit
Ability to advise others
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work on multifunctional teams
Skill interpreting, explaining, and applying contractual performance requirements, technical data, regulations, and guidelines to service-contract performance problems
Knowledge of business and management principles and methods used to gather, analyze, and evaluate information
Ability to apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques
Ability to use Word, PowerPoint, Internet, Windows, and Excel
Ability to meet and deal with customers, vendors, and contractors with tact and diplomacy
Ability to self-start, multitask, and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make recommendations
Secret clearance, with ability to obtain TS/SCI
Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred, or four additional years of related experience substituted for the bachelor's degree
Ability to meet position-specific physical and medical requirements and applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Total Rewards programs for eligible full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week