Defense Acquisition Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Oversee the daily implementation of DoD contracts, task orders, and acquisition activities.

• Assist in managing the contract lifecycle, which includes administration, modifications, compliance, and closeout activities.

• Supervise subcontractor performance, onboarding processes, deliverables, invoicing, and adherence to contractual obligations.

• Organize acquisition planning, procurement actions, and resource management initiatives.

• Track program costs, schedules, and performance indicators.

• Aid in financial reporting, forecasting, and budget management.

• Create and sustain SOPs, program documentation, governance frameworks, and standardized templates.

• Collaborate with Contracts, Finance, Security, Procurement, and Program Management teams.

• Engage with government clients, internal stakeholders, and subcontractors to ensure program alignment and compliance.

• Recognize program risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies and process enhancements.

• Ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, security protocols, and organizational policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• 6 years of progressively relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or 4 years of progressively relevant experience with a Master's degree in a related field; or a High School Diploma or equivalent, along with 10 years of progressively relevant experience.

• Extensive experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition programs, federal contracts, and program execution activities.

• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.

• Capability to effectively engage with government clients, executives, technical teams, and contractor personnel.

• 5+ years of experience managing or supporting federal contracts, task orders, or acquisition programs within a DoD or federal government context.

• 3+ years of experience administering contracts in compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations.

• 3+ years of experience managing subcontractors, contract deliverables, and performance standards.

• Experience in program financial management, budget tracking, forecasting, and contract reporting.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with government stakeholders.

• Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a minimum of a Secret clearance.

• Preferred: active Secret clearance or higher.

• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale federal contracts, IDIQ contract vehicles, task orders, and multi-million-dollar defense programs.

• Experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Service Components, or Defense Agencies.

• DAWIA, FAC-C, FAC-P/PM, or equivalent federal acquisition certification.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

• Proven success in integrating emerging capabilities and technologies into operational defense settings.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan options.

• Wellness resources available.

• Employee assistance programs offered.

• Savings Plan Options (401(k)).

• Financial planning tools provided.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Employee discounts available.

• Paid holidays included.

• Paid time off offered.

• Tuition reimbursement available.

• Scholarships for early childhood and post-secondary education.

• Bonus or other non-recurrent compensation may be available for qualified positions.

• Educational and training programs for ongoing career development.