Acquisition Strategy/Acquisition Planning Mid-Level

R&P is looking for a highly motivated and detail oriented person who wants to join our team. We are a small-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to government clients. We need a mid-level Acquistion Strategist/Planner ready to join a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

Job Summary:

Supports acquisition planning and development of details of the acquisition strategy to procure follow-on ships of the DDG 51 ARLEIGH BURKE Class Guided Missile Destroyer program. Responsibilities include managing acquisition records, developing valuation strategies, and assisting in developing and maintaining program acquisition documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of DDG 51 program acquisition strategies and in developing required plans, concept papers, white papers, and senior level briefings.
• Provide support for associated action and milestone planning and tracking, project planning and progress, program metrics, and tracking.
• Participate in designated meetings and milestone reviews
• Plan and execute DoD multiyear procurement (MYP) statutory and regulatory requirements and timelines.
• In support of DDG 51 MYP planning, develop and implement an internal MYP review and execution schedule to support acquisition and contract milestones, including a timeframe for applicable PMS 400D branches, NAVSEA 05, and other stakeholders to review and provide comments on milestones.
• Plan and support MYP reading sessions, PM reviews, and any ad-hoc meetings, if applicable, and serve as the Navy's point of contact providing guidance and schedule adherence for all reviews.
• Manage Acquisition Records: Provide detailed management of acquisition records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Business Research Analysis: Conduct thorough business research to support acquisition strategies and decisions.
• Valuation Strategies: Develop and implement valuation strategies to assess the value of acquisition targets and projects.
• Administrative Tasks: Perform various administrative tasks related to the acquisition process to support smooth operations.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all acquisition activities comply with relevant standards and regulations and maintain proper documentation.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates on acquisition activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of acquisition management.
• Support Acquisition Planning: Assist in planning and executing acquisition projects to meet organizational goals.

• 5-7 years of professional experience in acquisition management.
• DoD Major Capability Acquisition experience.
• Experience in ship acquisition programs.
• Bachelor's Degree in any related field.
• Demonstrated familiarity with DoD/DoN acquisition procedures and policy (DoD 5000 process)
• Hold or be able to obtain an active DoD SECRET security clearance.

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.