PeopleTec

Senior Acquisition Analyst

PeopleTec$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10-15 years of DoD acquisition or program management experience, ideally with Army or joint programs
  • Deep knowledge of DoD 5000 series, FAR/DFARS, and Army acquisition lifecycle
  • Experience in preparing or coordinating acquisition documentation for contracts
  • Ability to work independently and in teams under tight deadlines
  • Skilled in communicating effectively with senior government stakeholders
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a focus on detail
  • Active Secret clearance required, TS/SCI preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop acquisition strategies and procurement plans for FAR and OTA acquisitions
  • Coordinate and prepare critical acquisition documents like SOWs and PWSs
  • Maintain cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments for program requirements
  • Facilitate acquisition package reviews with stakeholders across government and industry
  • Analyze compliance of contract terms with DoD policies and RCCTO objectives
  • Conduct market research and document strategies for acquisition planning
  • Support reporting of contracting actions, funding execution, and performance metrics

Benefits

  • Dynamic, mission-focused work environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to high-energy weapon systems development
  • Involvement with an innovative project requiring rigorous acquisition processes
  • Potential for professional growth within a multidisciplinary team
  • Engagement with senior government stakeholders and industry partners
Full Job Description
Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking an Acquisition Analyst to support our Huntsville, AL location.

 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Acquisitions Analyst to support the Advanced C-UAS Effects (ACE) Project Office. This position provides critical acquisition strategy development, documentation preparation, and program execution support in a dynamic mission environment focused on delivering high energy weapon systems at speed. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in acquisition planning, contract package development, risk and resource management, and stakeholder coordination. The Acquisitions Analyst will support end-to-end lifecycle execution for both traditional and rapid prototyping acquisition pathways, ensuring acquisition rigor while enabling innovation.

 

Duties:

  • Support development of acquisition strategies, procurement plans, and contract documentation for both FAR-based and OTA (Other Transaction Authority) acquisitions.
  • Prepare or coordinate Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Justification and Approvals (J&As), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and other acquisition artifacts.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments aligned to program requirements.
  • Facilitate the review and coordination of acquisition packages across government and industry stakeholders.
  • Analyze contract requirements and terms for compliance with DoD acquisition policies and RCCTO-specific objectives.
  • Assist with market research activities and documentation of acquisition planning strategies.
  • Monitor and support delivery tracking, property management, and compliance reporting related to government-furnished equipment.
  • Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), technical interchange meetings, and stakeholder working groups to ensure acquisition alignment with program milestones.
  • Track and report status of contracting actions, funding execution, and performance metrics to program leadership.
  • Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives across acquisition, operations, and sustainment functions.
Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

  • Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in DoD acquisition, program management, or related roles, with experience supporting Army or joint programs.
  • Strong understanding of the DoD 5000 series, FAR/DFARS, and Army acquisition lifecycle processes.
  • Proven experience preparing or coordinating acquisition documentation in support of contract actions.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience briefing or communicating with senior government stakeholders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
  • Must have a current driver's license.
  • Travel: 10 %
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment. TS/SCI preferred.  

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business, logistics, acquisition, public administration, or related field.
  • PMP certification or graduate education preferred.

Desired Skills:

  • Prior experience supporting rapid acquisition or prototyping programs.
  • Familiarity with Other Transaction Authority (OTA) procedures and agreements.
  • Experience supporting an Army Project Office, RCCTO, PEO, or similar DoD organization.
  • Experience managing acquisition activities that interface with MILCON, infrastructure, logistics, or sustainment planning.
  • Knowledge of software/hardware procurement, configuration management, and lifecycle support strategies.
  • Strong skills in stakeholder coordination, team leadership, and executive-level communication.
  • Experience with enterprise planning tools, cost tracking/reporting platforms, or DoD acquisition reporting systems.

Estimated Time To Hire:

  • This position description does not represent a current vacancy. However, it is intended to identify and engage candidates whose skills and experience align with roles that frequently become available at PeopleTec. Individuals who express interest may be considered for future opportunities as they arise.
Overview

About PeopleTec

PeopleTec, Inc. is a defense contractor that provides engineering and technical services to the United States Department of Defense and other government agencies. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. PeopleTec specializes in systems engineering, cybersecurity, and software development. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the 2019 North Alabama Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics and the 2018 Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. PeopleTec has a strong commitment to giving back to the community and supports a variety of charitable organizations.
Learn more about PeopleTec
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$100 million

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