The Lockwood Group
The Lockwood Group is a Global Professional Services Provider established with a purpose to deliver Mission Readiness service and solution to the Department of Defense and Federal Government. Our culture is built upon a Mission Readiness vision and our six core values. We believe in customer centric service delivery with intent to uncover, understand, and solve the underlying problems of the true end customers for our services – the military (the soldier, airman, seaman and Marine) and federal service professionals. 
Take the first step to "Mission Readiness" by viewing our Mission Readiness Capability video which articulates our Core Purpose: The Lockwood Group Launches Mission-Ready Capabilities Video 
The Lockwood Group is looking to hire an Acquisition Specialist to develop Acquisition Requirements Packages (ARP) including but not limited to Performance Work Statements/Statement of Works (PWSs/SOWs) and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) for our Army customer in APG, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of a broad knowledge of contract types which include engineering and management services, research and development, production and product improvement.
• Utilize knowledge of procurement statutes and regulations, contracting methods, policies, procedures and contract types, pre- and post- award procurement actions that can be applied to all contract requirements.
• Provide advice and status of contracts requirements to keep Product/Program Manager informed and up-to-date. Provide advice to the Project Manager on Source Selection Evaluation plans, criteria, and methodologies.
• Responsible for the Input of all contract data into the management information database.
• Assist with the development of long-range acquisition plans and strategies; make presentations; and respond to inquiries, protests, and congressional inquiries. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, and at least 7 years of relevant experience in Contract Management or related field
  • Or High school diploma/GED, and at least 11 years of relevant experience in Contract Management or related field
• Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Knowledge of Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and the fair opportunity process to award Task/Delivery Orders under multiple award IDIQ contracts. 
• Knowledge of various contract types to include Firm-Fixed-Price, Cost-Plus- Fixed-Fee and Time and Materials, and conditions for use of such contracts.
• Experience, with development and review of Justification and Approval documents in accordance with the ACC guide for Other than Full and Open Competition. 
• Knowledge of Army Acquisition and Budget processes.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and AFARS.
• Familiarity with use of IT web-based tools such as SharePoint.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience providing contract acquisition support to a Department of Defense (DoD) / Army program of record (ACAT 1 to 3) or a DoD/Army acquisition activity.
• Experience working independently with minimal guidance provided by senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills and strong organizational skills.

The Lockwood Group offers a competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health and wellness, various optional add-on benefits, and a retirement 401(k) plan with Company match.
Lockwood Credo, Core Values and Culture
The Lockwood mission is to create an organization focused on service. We serve – each other, the soldier, our customers, our employees, our partners, our vendors, and our community. Service is at the center of our Core Values and Culture.
 
Our customers come first. Being responsive, professional and reliable is why we are hired. We aim to deliver on all promises, exceeding customer expectations and making certain all business decisions are made with the customer in mind.
Our employees are the face of our service. They are at the front lines working with our customers daily, and it is Lockwood’s duty to serve our employees. This means designing a culture centered around core values that inspire, retain and grow the best talent.
Our partners are fuel for our engine. Our great vendors, consultants and teaming partners combine to fuel Lockwood, ensuring we successfully deliver always. We work alongside our partners as one cohesive team.
Service to the community is important to us. We seek to volunteer, engage and support our communities through investment of time and resources.
This service mindset is what inspired company founders to embark on the journey to deliver on the promise to Lead the Way to Mission Readiness for all people we serve.
The following 6 Core Values are the foundation by which we serve:
•Ethics and Integrity
•Customer Commitment 
•Team and Family Environment
•Service
•Leadership
•Positivity
If these Core Values resonate with you, we would love to have you join our team! 
The Lockwood Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The Lockwood Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant laws.