Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Type:

• Contract

Full Time or Part Time:

• Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• $60.09/hr - $72.12/hr
• $125k - $150k annually

Location:

• Anywhere in the US - Hybrid - TBD

Language Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

Language Preferences:

• Strong technical writing and acquisition documentation experience

Job Overview:

We are seeking passionate Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) who can provide high-level. intense administrative and acquisition support to Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and cross-functional stakeholders within federal and/or Department of Defense (DoD) environments. This role supports acquisition activities across the full lifecycle, including requirements development, procurement package support, acquisition tracking, reporting, and governance.

The ideal candidate brings experience supporting complex acquisitions and can contribute across pre-award, source selection, and post-award phases. Responsibilities may include drafting and reviewing acquisition documentation (e.g., SOW/PWS/SOO, IGCEs, acquisition plans), supporting multi-functional teams, coordinating stakeholder engagement, and assisting with acquisition strategy execution.

This role also supports reporting, dashboards, compliance tracking, and process improvement initiatives to enhance acquisition performance, transparency, and efficiency across programs. Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting federal acquisition, contracting, program management, or administrative acquisition functions
• Experience supporting these phases of the acquisition lifecycle: pre-award, award, and post-award
• Experience developing and supporting acquisition documentation (e.g., procurement packages, reports, briefings, or correspondence)
• Experience coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Program Offices, Contracting, Finance, Legal)
• Strong organizational, communication, and administrative coordination skills
• Experience tracking projects, requirements, or acquisition actions using spreadsheets, dashboards, or workflow tools
• Experience supporting full lifecycle federal acquisitions (requirements development through contract closeout)
• Experience developing key acquisition artifacts such as SOW/PWS/SOO, IGCEs, Acquisition Plans, Market Research Reports, or Evaluation Criteria
• Experience supporting Source Selection activities (e.g., SSEB/TEP participation, evaluation documentation)
• Experience supporting large or complex acquisitions (multi-million to enterprise-level programs)
• Familiarity with acquisition regulations such as Federal Acquisition Regulation, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, and Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement
• Experience within federal civilian agencies or DoD environments
• Experience developing acquisition strategies, policies, SOPs, or governance frameworks
• Experience with data analysis, dashboards, and reporting tools (Excel, Access, SharePoint, or similar systems)
• Experience supporting IT, services, or enterprise-level acquisitions
• Relevant certifications (e.g., DAU credentials, FAC-C, NCMA, PMP, CSM)

Experience Preferences:

• Security clearance preferred; must be eligible to obtain if required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
• Ability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings as required

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Acquisition, Contracting, Public Administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• Security clearance preferred; must be eligible to obtain if required
• FAC-C or DAWIA Certification (Level II or equivalent preferred)

Education Preferences:

• Advanced degree or relevant acquisition, contracting, or program management certifications
• PMP certification 
• NCMA (CPCM or CFCM)
• DAWIA Level III
• Agile or process improvement certifications (CSM, Lean Six Sigma)
• Relevant DAU advanced credentials

Training Schedule:

• TBD

Schedule:

• TBD

Dress Code:

• Business casual

Benefits:

• Yes, TBD

Additional Information:

Drug screening, background, and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation may be required depending on assignment. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information fromeach new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All employees must be authorized to work in the United States.