Phase2 Technology
Job Number: R0226265
Overview
Acquisition Process Coordinator. Join our dynamic team and support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) as we tackle national security challenges. You will streamline and optimize the acquisition process, ensure compliance with regulations, and facilitate communication across stakeholders to support program success. You will solve routine problems of limited scope using basic principles, develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope, prepare and send routine correspondence, and coordinate with teammates to provide quick-turn responses to data calls. You will grow your acquisition and programmatic expertise regarding statutory, regulatory, and policy updates impacting program success. You will help deliver meaningful programmatic support by creating and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders and obtaining concurrence. The impact of this role comes from clear communication to ensure the office's programs achieve their goals and meet high-quality standards. Booz Allen provides resources to succeed, offering opportunities to influence meaningful programs while developing the office strategy. Work with us to improve the acquisition and programmatic process, enabling our mission-critical customers at DARPA to develop technologies that give national security leaders trusted, disruptive capabilities across air, space, sea, and land, across the spectrum of competition. This position is located in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities Advise Program Managers (PMs) on the research and development acquisition process. Advise PMs and other support staff on processes and ensure quality assurance on all documents before submission. Manage creation, revision, routing, and tracking of acquisition documentation, including Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), program solicitations, and justification and approval documents (JA/S). Coordinate the scientific review process to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Maintain up-to-date templates for required program documentation and make them accessible to PMs and support staff. Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) annually and as needed to reflect personnel changes or procedural updates. Coordinate with DARPA leadership, PMs, Front Office staff, DARPA support offices, and external stakeholders throughout the program lifecycle. Become a subject matter expert on DoD and DARPA instructions, guides, policies, and templates. Provide regular updates to Front Office government clients on the status of submitted documents. Collect data, track, and analyze timeline metrics to identify areas for efficiency and process improvement.
Join us. The world can't wait. You Have 3+ years of experience in task and project management 2+ years of experience with the DoD Experience in acquisition with BAAs, Research Announcements (RAs), and RFPs Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to track documents and follow actions through completion, and to research and fact-check independently Attention to detail and ability to work independently while adhering to strict protocols Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, anticipate client needs, and be proactive Secret clearance Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have
5+ years of experience in task and project management within a DoD environment Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD contracting Adaptable approach to work, anticipating requirements and working under pressure Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills Excellent written and verbal communication, including clear and concise delivery Excellent organizational skills TS/SCI clearance Master's degree PMP Certification
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required. Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions and offer health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for our benefit programs; others may have select offerings. Compensation ranges are determined by location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200 to $126,000 (annualized USD). The posting will close within 90 days from the posting date. Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you may be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify identity and prevent fraud. Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes flexibility and collaboration, whether in person or remote. If listed as remote or hybrid, youll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility. If listed as onsite, youll work with colleagues and clients in person as needed for the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Acquisition Process Coordinator. Join our dynamic team and support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) as we tackle national security challenges. You will streamline and optimize the acquisition process, ensure compliance with regulations, and facilitate communication across stakeholders to support program success. You will solve routine problems of limited scope using basic principles, develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope, prepare and send routine correspondence, and coordinate with teammates to provide quick-turn responses to data calls. You will grow your acquisition and programmatic expertise regarding statutory, regulatory, and policy updates impacting program success. You will help deliver meaningful programmatic support by creating and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders and obtaining concurrence. The impact of this role comes from clear communication to ensure the office's programs achieve their goals and meet high-quality standards. Booz Allen provides resources to succeed, offering opportunities to influence meaningful programs while developing the office strategy. Work with us to improve the acquisition and programmatic process, enabling our mission-critical customers at DARPA to develop technologies that give national security leaders trusted, disruptive capabilities across air, space, sea, and land, across the spectrum of competition. This position is located in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities Advise Program Managers (PMs) on the research and development acquisition process. Advise PMs and other support staff on processes and ensure quality assurance on all documents before submission. Manage creation, revision, routing, and tracking of acquisition documentation, including Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), program solicitations, and justification and approval documents (JA/S). Coordinate the scientific review process to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Maintain up-to-date templates for required program documentation and make them accessible to PMs and support staff. Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) annually and as needed to reflect personnel changes or procedural updates. Coordinate with DARPA leadership, PMs, Front Office staff, DARPA support offices, and external stakeholders throughout the program lifecycle. Become a subject matter expert on DoD and DARPA instructions, guides, policies, and templates. Provide regular updates to Front Office government clients on the status of submitted documents. Collect data, track, and analyze timeline metrics to identify areas for efficiency and process improvement.
Join us. The world can't wait. You Have 3+ years of experience in task and project management 2+ years of experience with the DoD Experience in acquisition with BAAs, Research Announcements (RAs), and RFPs Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to track documents and follow actions through completion, and to research and fact-check independently Attention to detail and ability to work independently while adhering to strict protocols Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, anticipate client needs, and be proactive Secret clearance Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have
5+ years of experience in task and project management within a DoD environment Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD contracting Adaptable approach to work, anticipating requirements and working under pressure Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills Excellent written and verbal communication, including clear and concise delivery Excellent organizational skills TS/SCI clearance Master's degree PMP Certification
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required. Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions and offer health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for our benefit programs; others may have select offerings. Compensation ranges are determined by location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200 to $126,000 (annualized USD). The posting will close within 90 days from the posting date. Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you may be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify identity and prevent fraud. Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes flexibility and collaboration, whether in person or remote. If listed as remote or hybrid, youll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility. If listed as onsite, youll work with colleagues and clients in person as needed for the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr