Senior Acquisition Management Support

Ignite Digital Services

$145K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7+ years of acquisition management support experience
  • Familiarity with DoD acquisition organizations (ACAT I/II, ACAT III/IV)
  • DAWIA Level III in program management or equivalent (e.g., PMP)
  • Direct support experience for Navy or comparable DoD Acquisition agency
  • Strong analytical, finance, and computer skills
  • TS/SCI Clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Provide program and analytical support to senior DoD executives
  • Manage records and conduct analysis for program objectives
  • Lead teams to deliver acquisition management solutions
  • Support DoD acquisition compliance and best practices
  • Develop documentation and presentations for executive review
  • Interface with stakeholders to coordinate acquisition activities
  • Maintain knowledge of current acquisition trends and regulations

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and benefits including PTO
  • Education stipends and referral bonuses
  • Engaging work with the U.S. federal government
  • Emphasis on community engagement
  • Opportunity to influence industry future
  • Supportive team environment focused on growth
Full Job Description
Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company serving the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical domain expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies.

We've redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital Services:
  • Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
  • Education stipends and referral bonuses
  • Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
  • Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
  • Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
  • Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth


Responsibilities:
  • Provide daily program, analytical, and acquisition management support to senior-level executives within DoD acquisition organizations.
  • Manage records, conduct business research analysis, and develop valuation strategies to support program objectives.
  • Lead or participate in teams to deliver acquisition management solutions and administrative support.
  • Apply strong computer, finance, and analytical skills to support acquisition processes and decision-making.
  • Support the full range of DoD acquisition organizations, including ACAT I/II, ACAT III/IV, AAPs, Projects, and Adaptive Acquisition Framework Pathways (e.g., Software Acquisition Pathway, Middle Tier Acquisition Pathway).
  • Ensure compliance with DoD and Navy acquisition policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation, reports, and presentations for program management and executive review.
  • Interface with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate acquisition activities and resolve issues.
  • Support the development and implementation of acquisition strategies and plans.
  • Maintain awareness of current acquisition trends, regulations, and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 7 or more years of professional experience in acquisition management support.
  • Professional experience with DoD acquisition organizations spanning ACAT I/II to ACAT III/IV and AAPs, Projects, and Adaptive Acquisition Framework Pathways (to include Software Acquisition Pathway, Middle Tier Acquisition Pathway, etc.).
  • DAWIA Level III in program management or similar (e.g., PMP).
  • Program management experience with the Navy or comparable Department of Defense Acquisition agencies.
  • At least three (3) years of experience in direct support of a Navy or DoD Acquisition Agency.
  • Strong computer, finance, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Possess TS/SCI Clearance.

Salary: $145k+ to align with education and experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital Services is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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