• Fully support the Algorithm & Advanced Development Lead in Research contracting, budget management, project management, proposal technical assessments, and other time-sensitive action items.
• Develop, track, and finalize ACAT documentation, coordinate actions across subject matter experts, and maintain program archives in SharePoint.
• Prepare purchase requests for small acquisition procurements and support larger acquisition efforts.
• Utilize database systems, including SharePoint, to track existing contracting actions, manage contractual documentation, and produce detailed status reports.
• Conduct detailed technical analysis of contractor proposals, coordinate evaluation activities, and draft detailed assessment reports.
• Develop and utilize cost models to establish government cost positions.
• Generate and update acquisition documentation, including  PRs  RFP development, Technical studies, Research Papers, etc. contract exhibits and attachments, cost estimates, J&As, RFIs, and procurement requests.
• Support meetings, working groups, briefings, and design reviews or audits at government and contractor facilities.
• Coordinate closely with Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) and Contracting Officers to support contract modifications, prioritize action items, and generate required documentation.
• Coordinate with Configuration Management personnel to support engineering change proposal (ECP) contracting actions.

• Candidates must possess an active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or an Engineering discipline and a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or
• Doctoral degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience supporting a DoD organization, preferably in program acquisition, cost analysis, Engineering and/or contracting.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of DoD Directive 5000 series policies and Program Office acquisition responsibilities, including required documentation and milestone timelines

NOTE: This position is part‑time and compensated hourly, (typically 20–32 hours per week), with a targeted rate range of $90.00 to $96.00 per hour.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $90.00/Hr. - USD $96/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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