Senior Acquisition Analyst | 5-Days Onsite in Reston, VA | 120K - 137K/yr | 6-Month Contract-to-hire

Job Description

Provides guidance and direction on acquisition position identification, coding, and documentation support. Engages in analysis activities and workforce planning in compliance with the Defense Acquisition Workforce Implementation Act (DAWIA) and existing policies and procedures.

ResponsibilitiesParticipate in design methodology for workforce identification and revalidation.Support socialization and marketing efforts.Assist with data retrieval and data analysis activities for workforce planning.Provide advice and assistance to functional area technical experts on contractual matters in the acquisition planning stages.Develop performance criteria and requirements into sound Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS).Perform or evaluate market research and trends, conditions, and technological advances as they apply to the program.Assist with the development of source selection evaluation criteria.Coordinate with technical experts and the contracting office to ensure project milestones are reflected in contractual documents and project plans.Assist in the development of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).Essential Skills9-12 years of experience in Acquisition with relevant experience within the last 2 years.Degree in a related field.Top Secret clearance, ideally with SCI.Additional Skills & QualificationsIn-depth knowledge and understanding of labor category activities required to meet mission requirements.Mastery of qualitative and quantitative acquisition and program management analytic methodologies.Ability to design comprehensive, new, or unique process improvement enablers.In-depth knowledge of acquisition lifecycle operations, including financial execution concepts.Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.Ability to review analytic program management data for cogent arguments and provide adequate support for conclusions.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $59.32 - $66.25

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

� Medical, dental & vision

� Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

� 401(k) Retirement Plan � Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

� Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

� Short and long-term disability

� Health Spending Account (HSA)

� Transportation benefits

� Employee Assistance Program

� Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reston,VA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 6, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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