Senior Acquisition Specialist (Contingent)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBig Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
About the Role
Centurum is seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support the Navy Catapult and Commercialization Readiness Program (CRP) within the NAVWAR Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Management Office. This role serves as a critical bridge between program data integrity and strategic acquisition planning, ensuring the Navy's innovation pipeline operates with precision and compliance.
In this position, you will manage the entry, validation, and configuration of program data across federal information systems, including the DON Program Management Database (PMDB), STAIRS, and Flankspeed Teams. Beyond data management, you will act as a key advisor on business and technology transition risks for SBIR Small Business Concerns, providing specialized analysis to inform government officials on mitigations and strategic decisions.
The role requires a deep understanding of the DoD and SECNAV 5000 series directives. You will draft essential program milestone documentation and support the development of complex acquisition artifacts, such as Acquisition Plans, Strategy Reports, and Program Baselines. Your work will directly contribute to the efficiency of the organization by designing procedures, conducting work simplification studies, and preparing operations manuals that assist management in navigating the complexities of defense acquisition.
About the Team
You will be embedded within the NAVWAR SBIR Program Management Office, collaborating closely with Program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). This team is dedicated to advancing science and technology processes, specifically supporting the US Navy's commercialization and transition efforts. Success in this role requires the ability to analyze program procedures, philosophies, and documentation to ensure alignment with mission requirements and regulatory specifications.
Hiring Process & Application Instructions
To apply, please reference job # CH25-01 Senior Acquisition Specialist (Contingent) when responding to this posting. Candidates must possess and maintain a Secret US DoD security clearance to be considered for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. We make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
San Diego, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDraft program milestone documentation to ensure compliance with DoD and SECNAV 5000 series directives
- check_circleAssess program procedures and documentation for compliance with specifications, contracts, and mission requirements
- check_circlePrepare and report on briefs, point papers, reports, and correspondence for meetings and review boards
- check_circleSupport hardware, software, and service acquisition and life cycle management using business and technical methodologies
- check_circleParticipate in Program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and support specified meetings
- check_circlePerform data entry, validation, and configuration management for Navy Catapult and CRP programs on federal systems
- check_circleProvide specialized risk analysis and recommendations regarding business and technology transitions for SBIR concerns
- check_circleDevelop program acquisition documentation including Acquisition Plans, Strategies, and Statements of Work
Requirements
- verifiedMA/MS degree in business or technical discipline
- verified6 years experience in science and technology process
- verified6 years experience in 2 of: logistics, R&D, configuration management, or systems analysis/design
- verifiedKnowledge of program management, systems engineering, system acquisition, financial management, test/evaluation, or integrated logistics support
- verifiedKnowledge of DoD/SECNAV 5000 series, Federal/DoD acquisition regulations, and PPBE process
- verifiedKnowledge of risk analysis/risk management
- verifiedKnowledge of business plan development
- verifiedSecret US DoD security clearance
Nice to Have
Over ten (10) years of experience performing work related to the description above, preferably supporting the US Navy. At least 6 years of experience in Defense acquisition, preferably Navy, including logistics, research and development, configuration management, or systems analysis/design. Demonstrated knowledge in system acquisition, acquisition documentation, configuration management, risk analysis, Government furnished equipment (GFE), or Government furnished information (GFI). At least six (6) years of experience related to manufacturing plans, configuration management, commercialization/transition, and audit preparations. Demonstrated knowledge in business planning, business development, or operational security review. At least six (6) years' experience in specialized and focused company management assessment recommendations. Demonstrated knowledge and relevant current experience (three (3) years within the last six (6) years) in Assertions, Intellectual Property, SBIR technical data rights, SBIR/STTR law/policy, Federal contract law/policy, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and export regulations with regard to technology and how they apply to SBIR.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive health insurance for employee and dependents with vision care includedcheck_circleDental insurance available for employee and dependentscheck_circleBasic life insurance provided for all full-time employeescheck_circleOptional supplemental life insurance at group ratesOptional dependent life insurance at group rates
