Position Description & Qualifications
As an Acquisition Management and Contracting Professional , you will play a key role as a senior technical leader, providing strategic guidance and expert-level support across a range of Acquisition Management and Contracting capabilities. This role involves managing high-impact projects and advising clients at an executive level. Responsibilities will include planning, executing, and overseeing acquisition programs, as well as organizing, training, and leading a support team. You will be part of a team of elite professionals who frequently engage with senior government officials, deliver briefings, and lead large meetings.
If you have experience in DoD/DoW Aircraft and Weapon Systems acquisitions and hold an active Secret level clearance or higher we would love to hear from you. Experience supporting DoD/DoW SYSCOM or Rapid Capiblitites organizations is highly valued. We are looking for a versatile individual with a proven track record of delivering high-quality work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. This multifaceted role requires a blend of strategic vision, analytical skills, client management expertise, and leadership capabilities, along with a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes for clients.
Key responsibilities include providing acquisition management support to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of services aligned with the customer's mission.
In this role you will:
Plan and execute Acquisition Management and Contracting analysis and transformation projects to include proposing, planning, assigning and managing task leads
Lead analysis of Acquisition Management and Contracting efforts to include developing recommendations and final products
Lead the preparation of final products. Lead meeting and workshop preparation and facilitation.
Support cost, schedule, and performance management activities.
Manage customer relationships throughout the execution of Acquisition Management and Contracting projects
Provide leadership, analytical support, and tactical level subject matter expertise to acquisition and contracting initiatives
Provide inputs for high level strategic planning, policy/process/procedures development, business process improvements, and review of compliance and development of overall performance standards
Assist with contract execution, program reviews, and contractor performance assessments.Demonstrated thought leadership, mentoring and training junior team members, and guiding clients through change management, upholding high standards of quality and risk management
Identify, lead, and capture Acquisition Management opportunities and provide subject matter expertise during proposal development
Oversee project execution
To be successful in this role, you must have:
Secret Clearance required
US citizenship required
Master's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of related acquisition/program management experience with ten (10) years in a leadership position
Extensive knowledge of DoD/DoW program management and contracting policies and procedures and application to development, production and fielding of major weapon systems
Extensive experience with Defense Acquisition management processes as contained in the DoD 5000 series directives and the FAR/DFARs
Ability to lead projects from start to finish, to include cost, schedule and performance responsibilities; overseeing scope, strategy, team coordination, and progress monitoring while adapting to various functional requirements
Ability to work effectively both independently and a part of a collaborative team
Ability to lead a collaborative team in completing complex projects
Ability to contribute to and leads business development by identifying opportunities and crafting proposals
Ability to travel (up to 10-25%) based on customer and program requirements
Additional desired experience and skills:
Desired Qualifications
Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
DAWIA or Defense Acquisition University certifications in Contracting, Program Management, Engineering, Test & Evaluation, or Logistics
PMP certification
Experience working with/leading Major Platform Acquisition and Modernization programs
Experience working in/leading a PEO-level or higher staff organization
Broad experience with development, coordination and communication of program management strategies and funding recommendations with mid- and senior-level Service and OSD personnel
Experience supporting Competitive Source Selection in accordance with FAR Part 15 and/or 16
Experience supporting non-traditional contracting methods, such as: Other Transaction Authority (OTA) acquisitions, Commercial Solutions Offerings (CSOs), etc.
Experience supporting:
Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC)
Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC)
Army Acquisition Command
Army Transformation and Training Command
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)
Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)
Program Executive Offices (PEO)
Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)
Defense Agencies
USSOCOM or Special Operations acquisition organizations
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract @type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.
Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Tuition reimbursement program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .
Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com .
