DARPA - Tactical Technology Office (TTO) Acquisition Support Specialist
Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services to some of the top agencies in the U.S. government, including the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the intelligence community.
The mission of DARPA's Tactical Technology Office (TTO) is to reimagine every aspect of military hardware design, development, test, manufacture, and sustainment - with a focus on rapid, affordable, and scalable deployment - to create and prevent technological surprise. TTO's goal is to demonstrate compelling hardware at the smallest scale that traces to disruptive capability, with designs that reduce risk and cost by managing complexity and can be manufactured responsively and affordably. Additional information on TTO is available here: https://www.darpa.mil/about/offices/tto .
Please note, positions are contingent upon award
Amentum is seeking an experienced professional to support TTO as an Acquisition Specialist. This position will provide support to Government office leadership - the Office Director, Deputy Director, Assistant Director for Program Management (ADPM), and Program Analyst (PA) - as a member of a Front Office team. This role also entails regular interaction with Government Program Managers (PMs) and their support teams to understand their goals, acquisition requirements, and to help them successfully navigate the acquisition process.
This is a full-time position in Arlington, VA (Ballston area)
Responsibilities May Include:
Assisting Government PMs and their support teams in selecting acquisition approaches for their programs and efforts; supporting them through the related development and approval processes
Serving as TTO POC and coordinator for program and office-wide acquisition processes, interfacing with Government leadership on process improvements and/or updates as appropriate
Providing insight and support in drafting, routing, and posting program acquisition documentation, solicitations, and announcements such as Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Broad Agency Announcement (BAAs), etc.
Managing the TTO Office-Wide BAA process - tracking proposals submitted to the solicitation and coordinating review and potential sponsorship by TTO PMs
Posting synopsis and award announcements on the System for Award Management (SAM) and Federal Grants websites; coordinating, assembling, and updating electronic and hard copy solicitation, contract, and contract-related files
Providing recommendations and insight into the development, structuring, and execution of procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and other transactions
Providing recommendations on source selection policies and processes and supporting their implementation and execution
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or higher - substantial relevant occupational experience (~10 or more years) may be considered in lieu of degree requirement
At least 3 years' relevant experience
Active Secret security clearance, with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition documentation - Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Special Notices (SNs), Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Justification & Approvals (J&A)
The demonstrated professionalism, maturity, sound judgement, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for daily interactions with executive-level audiences in a dynamic, high-visibility Front Office environment
Ability to work independently or in a team setting as circumstances dictate
Strong writing skills; highly organized with excellent attention to detail
Ability to work on-site, full-time at DARPA in Arlington, VA
Highly Desired Attributes:
Prior DARPA experience, especially familiarity with the BAA process and coordinator role
Active Top Secret security clearance
Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
Familiarity with DARPA's Broad Agency Announcement Maker (BAAM) and Broad Agency Announcement Tool (BAAT) applications
Familiarity with Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) programs
General knowledge and experience with acquisition awards such Cooperative Agreements and Other Transactions (Section 845 Agreements)
Other ARPA agency (ARPA-H, IARPA, ARPA-E, etc.)
Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) certification
Amentum is a highly ethical, safety conscious employer with caring leaders and competitive total compensation. We offer multiple health care options so you can select the one that suits your needs. Our 401K requires no vesting periods for company matching funds. You'll receive 10 federal holidays that can easily be adjusted to your beliefs.
Compensation Details:
$100,000 -$170,000
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:
02/03/2026 - 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.
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