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Summary
Defense Acquisition Support Services (DAS Services) is seeking an experienced Acquisition/Program Management Specialist to provide program management support and subject matter expertise to senior government leadership supporting Department of Defense (DoD) industrial base programs, manufacturing operations, supply chain resiliency, and industrial readiness initiatives.
This is a hybrid position supporting Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey, with onsite attendance required based on customer and mission needs. We are seeking qualified candidates located in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Maryland who can reliably report to Picatinny Arsenal when required. The position requires flexibility to support both onsite and offsite activities, with the work schedule determined by program requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DoD acquisition, defense manufacturing, industrial base operations, supply chain risk management, and program coordination. Candidates must be comfortable supporting government stakeholders, participating in onsite activities, and adapting to evolving mission requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and provide subject matter expertise to stakeholders for DoD industrial base programs focused on manufacturing, supply chains, and industrial readiness.
- Conduct assessments of domestic and global production capabilities and facilities supporting defense-critical systems.
- Develop, track, and implement risk mitigation strategies for use by DoD stakeholders in addressing fragile, single-source, or foreign-dependent supply chains.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including program offices, acquisition teams, and technical experts, as well as external industry partners and federal agencies, to develop and modify documentation supporting Government-Owned Contractor-Operated (GOCO) production facilities. Contributions will focus on the candidate's expertise in developing and monitoring KPIs, operational performance metrics, and industry best practices.
- Provide subject matter expertise in manufacturing operations, production processes, industrial engineering, and industrial base capabilities as they relate to defense programs.
- Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for congressional inquiries, senior leadership briefings, and strategic planning documents.
- Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), working groups, and interagency coordination efforts.
- Provide expertise on compliance with DoD acquisition and industrial base policies, regulations, and best practices related to manufacturing, maintenance, efficiency, safety, and environmental stewardship.
- Attend onsite meetings, program reviews, and other mission-related activities at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ, as required.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and verifiable)
- U.S. Citizenship (required due to clearance and federal contract requirements)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Supply Chain Management, Business, Manufacturing, Logistics, or related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in program management, industrial operations, manufacturing, supply chain management, or industrial base analysis, preferably within the DoD or defense industry
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain risk management, industrial processes, and industry best practices
- Experience with federal acquisition processes, defense logistics, industrial base programs, or production operations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis/reporting tools
- Excellent communication and technical writing skills
Desired Skills
- Experience supporting ammunition, energetics, propellant, chemical, or defense manufacturing programs
- Knowledge of Government-Owned Contractor-Operated (GOCO) facilities
- Familiarity with Defense Production Act (DPA), industrial base assessments, and supply chain resiliency initiatives
- Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or related professional certifications
About DAS: Defense Acquisition Support Services is a Women Owned Small Business focused on hiring the very best people in Defense Contracting. As a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) focused organization, we partner with the government to help them achieve Mission Success. Established in 2007, we have remained “People Focused” and understand the secret to organizational success is the team. Our “People Focused” approach enables us to hire, retain, and help our teammates succeed and assist them by providing the very best possible support available to our government customers.
The DAS Culture: We are “People Focused.” Each team member gets an employee concierge who is charged with helping ensure personal and professional success for our people. We care and try to help people find the right fit so they can find happiness, development, and a rewarding career. We succeed by helping you succeed.
DAS Benefits: We provide real benefits for our team that includes:
- Free Health Care from Aetna
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- 401K
- Employer Paid Group Life
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional Development Training