R&P is looking for a Subject Matter Expert in Navy acquisition who wants to join our team. We are a small-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to government clients. We need an Acquisition Analyst ready to join a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

This postion plays a critical role in executing defense acquisition tasks in alignment with the latest DoD and Navy policies. Your expertise will encompass a range of responsibilities to support program management and decision-making. Key duties include but are not limited to:

Policy Implementation: Utilize your familiarity with DoD and Navy policies to ensure adherence and compliance during defense acquisition processes.
• Briefing Preparation: Assist in the development, maintenance, and preparation of briefings to provide comprehensive updates and information.
• Meeting Support: Attend meetings and prepare detailed minutes, conduct research, and respond to action items effectively. Meetings may include:
  • Quarterly Program and/or Progress Reviews (QPRs)
  • Milestone Reviews, Gate Reviews, or Resources and Requirements Review Board (R3B).
  • Shipbuilder Program Reviews, including Post-Award Conferences and logistics meetings.
  • Foreign Customer Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and Financial Management Reviews (FMRs).

Additional Duties:

• Contracting Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in DoD/DoN contracting practices and facilitate successful acquisition management.
• Development of Acquisition Documents: Contribute to the development of essential DoN acquisition documents, such as Acquisition Strategy and Acquisition Program Baseline.
• Project Supervision: Provide effective supervision and leadership in managing acquisition projects.
• Foreign Military Sales Support: Familiarity with Foreign Military Sales processes to facilitate international defense cooperation.
• Shipbuilding Experience: Utilize your shipbuilding background to ensure effective integration of systems and equipment.

MInimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management discipline
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in program management, Government technical management, or Industry business management
  • to inlcude 7+ years in DoD/DoN program, contracts, or acquisition management.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in:
  • DoD/DoN procedures and Policies (DoD 5000 process)
  • DoD/DoN contracting
  • development of DoN acquisition document (e.g., Acquisition Strategy, Acquisition Program Baseline);
• Experience communicating with SES/Flag level personnel
• Shipbuilding experience.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Management discipline.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification for 10+ years
• 20+ years of experience in program management, Government technical management, or Industry business management, with at least 10+ years in DoD/DoN program, contracts, or acquisition management.
• Demonstrated proficiency in DoD/DoN procedures and Policies (DoD 5000 process); DoD/DoN contracting; experience communicating with SES/Flag level personnel; development of DoN acquisition document (e.g., Acquisition Strategy, Acquisition Program Baseline); supervisory experience; shipbuilding experience; Foreign Military Sales; Military Sealift Command procedures and processes.

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.