Senior Acquisition Specialist

As a Senior Acquisition Specialist at BryceTech, you will lead the transition of groundbreaking RDT&E projects to operational programs. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic transition plans, creating acquisition documentation, analyzing program data, and engaging with industry stakeholders to build essential partnerships. Your role is pivotal in supporting the U.S. Navy as they bring innovative capabilities to the fleet.

To qualify as a Senior Acquisition Specialist at BryceTech, you should possess a BS/BA degree in business management or a related field, along with at least 10 years of experience in supporting DoD acquisition. Additionally, familiarity with SBIR/STTR policy directives and relevant DoD acquisition regulations is essential. Strong communication skills and experience analyzing small RDT&E acquisition programs are also integral to excelling in this role.

The Senior Acquisition Specialist at BryceTech will engage with industry stakeholders by representing the office in outreach efforts and collaborating on key partnerships. This involves maintaining professional relationships, communicating program goals, and aligning with industry best practices to facilitate successful transitions of innovative technologies into operational capabilities.

At BryceTech, Senior Acquisition Specialists can expect a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes health, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program to support ongoing professional development.

A Secret Clearance is crucial for the Senior Acquisition Specialist position at BryceTech due to the sensitive nature of the projects you will be handling. This clearance ensures that you can access classified information necessary to fulfill your responsibilities effectively, supporting the Department of Defense's mission and maintaining national security.

When answering this question, highlight specific roles you've held in the acquisition domain, particularly with the DoD. Discuss your familiarity with the acquisition process, key documentation you’ve created, and how your contributions positively impacted projects. Provide examples of challenges faced and how you overcame them.

To effectively answer, share your structured approach in developing acquisition documentation. Mention how you analyze requirements, align with policies, engage stakeholders for insights, and leverage best practices. Discuss any tools or methodologies you utilize to enhance the documentation process.

In your response, discuss your method for assessing project importance based on factors like deadlines, resources, and strategic alignment with broader organizational goals. Emphasize your experience in utilizing project management techniques and tools to keep projects on track.

When addressing this question, detail your involvement with SBIR programs, any specific projects you were part of, and how you facilitated the transition from research to operational capabilities. Highlight your understanding of SBIR policies and how they impact acquisition.

Explain the significance of risk analysis in your acquisition strategies. Discuss how you identify potential risks associated with projects, evaluate their impact, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.

Share your approach for managing stakeholders, including how you identify key stakeholders, communicate project updates, and incorporate their feedback into acquisition strategies. Highlight examples of successful stakeholder engagement from your prior experiences.

When answering, focus on qualities such as communication skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively. Share examples from your career where these qualities have led to positive project outcomes.

Discuss your strategies for staying updated with DoD acquisition regulations, such as attending industry conferences, participating in training, and following relevant publications or organizations. Share how these efforts enhance your capabilities as an acquisition specialist.

Share a detailed example, describing the project's objectives, the challenges faced, and the steps you took to overcome them. Focus on the skills and methods you employed to drive success and the lessons you learned.

Explain your approach to maintaining quality, including the development of checklists, peer reviews, and mentoring junior staff. Mention specific metrics or feedback mechanisms you use to evaluate the effectiveness of acquisition activities.