Odyssey Systems

Senior Acquisition Program Specialist

Odyssey Systems$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship required
  • Current or ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance
  • Associate's degree and 15 years, Bachelor's degree and 10 years, or Master's degree and 7 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with DoD acquisition programs preferred
  • Familiarity with FAR and DoD 5000.2 regulations is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage comprehensive program plans and risk management strategies
  • Maintain contract documents and monitor project deliverables
  • Assist in draft preparation of RFPs and related specifications
  • Provide guidance on source selection and mock proposal development
  • Support baseline configuration management in compliance with standards
  • Conduct financial analysis including budgeting and forecasting
  • Prepare briefings and materials for decision-making

Benefits

  • Work in a dynamic environment supporting the Air Force
  • Opportunity to engage with evolving program needs
  • Onsite position at Eglin AFB, promoting team collaboration
  • Potential for professional growth within the defense sector
  • Engagement in mission-critical projects impacting national defense
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Acquisition Program Specialist supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Air Dominancedivision (AFLCMC/EBA) at Eglin AFB, FL. This position supports program and financial managers with DoD planning, programming, and budgeting activities in support of the USAF weapons acquisition process.

Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

  • Develop and manage program plans, risk management, and streamlined operational processes.
  • Maintain and update contract documents, monitor contractor production and project deliverables, and track contractual correspondence for Government or contractor responses.
  • Support creation of draft RFPs and related documentation (such as systems specifications, SRDs, SOOs, SOWs, and CDRLs).
  • Provide guidance on source selection simulations, cost-benefit analyses, mock proposal development, RFP risk assessments, RFI responses, and training delivery.
  • Assist with product baseline configuration management in accordance with military and industry standards.
  • Conduct economic, budget, and financial analysis, including forecasting and fund management.
  • Prepare briefings and decision support materials.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen
  • Clearance:Current Top Secret/SCI clearance
  • OR Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance
  • Education and experience: Associates degree and 15 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience; OR Masters degree and 7 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current Top Secret/SCI clearance
  • Experience providing acquisition program support within DoD programs.
  • Familiarity with FAR, DoD 5000.2, and related regulations and guides

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Technical Skills

  • Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply acquisition program support
  • Ability to develop and manage program plans, implement risk management processes, and design courses of action to streamline operations.
  • Experience with DoD planning, programming, and budgeting processes, preferably in the context of USAF weapons acquisition.
  • Proficiency in cost estimating and analysis
  • Competence in managing multiple projects and adapting to changing program needs

Interpersonal Skills

  • Ability to work independently while effectively supporting broader team and program objectives
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility to respond to evolving requirements and operational challenges.
  • Professionalism in handling confidential information and adhering to equal opportunity and workplace standards.

Additional InformationLocation: Eglin AFB, FLTravel: May be required up to 10% depending on program needsWork Environment: Onsite

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About Odyssey Systems

Odyssey Systems is an information technology company based in Rockville, Maryland. It was founded in 1997 and provides a range of IT services to government agencies and private sector clients. Odyssey Systems specializes in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The company has a team of over 500 employees and has worked with clients such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health. Odyssey Systems is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and helping them achieve their goals.
Learn more about Odyssey Systems
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997
Revenue
$100 million

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