Amentum

Senior Contract Acquisition Support Specialist

Amentum$135K — $175K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and 15 years of acquisition support services experience with Navy/DoW services programs
  • Experience with NAVAIR AMS Suite and Procurement Initiation Document (PID) packages
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient in MS Teams, SharePoint, and Microsoft applications
  • Strong organizational skills suited for detail-oriented work
  • Ability to obtain a SECRET US Government Clearance
  • Willingness to travel <10%.

Responsibilities

  • Manage development and processing of DoW and DON acquisition documentation
  • Oversee Acquisition Support Team’s creation of Procurement Requests utilizing NAVAIR AMS tools
  • Collaborate with contracting staff to track acquisition milestones
  • Plan and hold Acquisition team meetings with stakeholders
  • Coordinate with financial teams to ensure timely fund execution.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) matching retirement benefits
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Senior Contract Acquisition Support Specialist to provide leadership and manage the acquisition contract management support team for our US Navy customer, Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) for Munitions PMX-311 Terminal Defense Systems (TDS) (previously PEO IWS 11) Program Office. PAE Munitions PMX-311 is comprised of the Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), Directed Energy, Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS), Gun Weapon Systems (GWS), and the international cooperative Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) program with Germany. We are looking for a qualified individual to provide day-to-day direction, support and team management in cooperation with the Government’s Acquisition Team Leaders in the planning and execution of contractual actions for the RAM and CIWS programs.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Manage the development, review, and processing of required DoW and DON acquisition documentation to support senior level PMX-311 program technical and acquisition staff including Acquisition Plans, Acquisition Strategies and Acquisition Program Baselines

  • Manage Acquisition Support Team’s day-to-day development of Procurement Requests utilizing the NAVAIR Acquisition Management System (AMS) Suite of tools including development of Statements of Work (SOWs), contract Sections B through L, Security documents and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

  • Work with the Program Office acquisition staff and Contracting Officer to establish/ track acquisition milestones in the AMS system and to resolve contract development/execution issues

  • Plan and execute Acquisition team meetings with internal and external stakeholders

  • Work with program financial staff to ensure timely execution of funds through the procurement process

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 15 years of acquisition support services experience with Navy/DoW services programs

  • Demonstrated experience with NAVAIR AMS Suite of tools and creation of Procurement Initiation Document (PID) packages for approval workflow approval processing

  • Proficient in the use of technical applications including excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Proficient in MS Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft application

  • Good written, communication, organizational skills and the ability to perform detail-oriented work with senior government staff

  • Must be able to obtain a SECRET US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance.

  • Ability to travel <10%

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Contract Management support experience with NAVSEA/PEO services programs

  • Experience supporting international customers requiring international travel

  • Team management/supervision experience

  • Current active Secret DoW clearance

Compensation Details:

$135,000 - $175,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

08/25/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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