Expertise in DoD acquisition policy (DoDI 5000.02, FAR/DFARS)
Familiarity with acquisition strategy and reporting
Experience supporting program management reviews and senior-level meetings
DAWIA PM certification is a plus, but not mandatory
Responsibilities
Advise on systems acquisition principles and policies under DoDI 5000.02
Analyze program effectiveness and ensure compliance with acquisition policies
Plan and draft acquisition strategies to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals
Develop required acquisition reports for federal and DoD compliance
Support program management reviews and senior-level meetings with briefings
Prepare bi-weekly SITREP inputs with executive summaries
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
401(k) retirement plan options
Professional development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
DarkStar Intelligence seeks seasoned Acquisition Program Analysts to provide acquisition strategic guidance to a Marine Corps program office. The selected candidates will advise leadership under the DoD Adaptive Acquisition Framework, assess programs for policy compliance, develop acquisition strategies and reports, support program management reviews and senior-level meetings, and prepare bi-weekly SITREPs.
Note: This position is contingent upon contract award
Responsibilities
Advise on the principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management under DoDI 5000.02.
Gather, analyze, and measure program effectiveness and ensure compliance with federal, DoD, and DON acquisition policy.
Plan, research, analyze, and assess acquisitions across development, production, and deployment; draft strategies to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
Develop acquisition reports and documents required by federal, DoD, and DON reporting requirements.
Support program management reviews and senior-level meetings, including briefings and schedules.
Prepare bi-weekly situation report (SITREP) inputs with a short executive summary.
Requirements
Secret Clearance
12 years of experience
Bachelor's degree required; Masters preferred
Key Skills, Systems, and Tools: DoD acquisition policy expertise (DoDI 5000.02, FAR/DFARS, DoN/MCSC policy); acquisition strategy and reports; PMR/senior review support; bi-weekly SITREPs; DAWIA PM certification a plus (not required)
Benefits Overview
DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
401(k) retirement plan options
Professional development and training opportunities