Precision Collective is dedicated to bringing the federal government efficient and effective solutions for highly technical, professional services missions. We excel in programmatic and administrative support, strategic communications, marketing, transition support services, and other technical consulting services. Bringing together academia, industry, and government, we ensure the nation is supported by its best and brightest talent. Precision Collective contributes to solving the nation’s toughest problems by matching agencies with exceptional, well-rounded, diverse teams using focused hiring practices and a continued culture of growth and career development.

Precision Collective is an SBA, Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business, 8(a) business development program participant, and Small Disadvantaged Business headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

The team is seeking an Acquisition Analyst in the Reston, VA area in support of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA).

The ideal candidates for this position will have experience in acquisition planning, contract planning, contract management support and general project management support. This position is full-time. Most of the work will be performed in a government facility at Reston, VA. Although situational telework may be permitted, the majority of the weekly tasks will require work on site. This position requires a Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. This position may involve occasional travel.

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

Provide advice and options regarding all phases of planning for acquisition of CWMD technical R&D services
Conduct all forms of market research for CWMD R&D products and services
Prepare solicitation documentation to include Needs Statements, Statements of Work, Independent Government Cost Estimates, contract structures and evaluation factors
Conduct analysis of alternatives for acquisition and contracting options
Conduct comprehensive Risk Analysis related to contracts and projects
Provide cost estimating, life-cycle costing, and cost-benefit analyses in support of acquisition options
Plan, coordinate, integrate, implement, and evaluate the use of available acquisition methods
Review program documentation to ensure technical validity and facilitate cross-communication regarding program priorities and courses of action
Participate in Integrated Product Teams and serve as acquisition point of contact
Track cost, schedule, and performance parameters of current contracts and projects
Support the development of contract option execution documentation
Assist with tracking project expenditures and development/maintenance of program review materials
Ensure acquisition planning is compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulation, DoD Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, other DoD Acquisition Directives, and DTRA-specific Acquisition Directives and program management direction.

Security Clearance Requirement:

Active/current TS/SCI clearance is required.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor or Masters degree in a discipline relating to acquisition, program management, or business.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in DoD contract and acquisition planning.
Experience with DoD Research and Development (R&D) programs.
Extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, DoD Directive 5000 series and other DoD acquisition and contracting policies.

Desired Qualifications

MA degree in Acquisition or Contracting.
Experience as a warranted government contracting officer
Certification as a Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification in science and technology, program management or contracting areas
Experience with Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) R&D programs
Experience at DTRA

Precision Collective is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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