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Administrative Acquisition Specialist, Federal Defense

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking experienced Administrative Acquisition Specialists to provide acquisition planning, documentation, and process support to senior leadership at the U.S. Air Force and Space Force. This is a critical role supporting headquarters-level procurement operations, requiring knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate across functional teams.

Requirements:

+ U.S. Citizenship (Required)

+ Active SECRET Clearance (Required)

+ Bachelor’s Degree with 24 business credits (Required)

+ 4+ years of experience supporting federal or DoD acquisition efforts (Required)

+ Possession of at least one of the following certifications: FAC-C, CPCM, CFCM, or DAWIA Level II in Contracting, Program Management, or Purchasing (Required)

+ Must reside in the greater Washington D.C. area (Virginia, the District, or Maryland)

+ Must be able to work onsite at the Pentagon or other National Capital Region facilities as needed

Skills:

+ Support the full lifecycle of acquisition planning including requirements documentation, procurement packages, and coordination across stakeholders

+ Assist with requirements planning, coordination meetings, and forecasting for acquisition activities

+ Prepare and staff procurement request packages, reports, memoranda, and supporting documents in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and Air Force-specific acquisition guidance

+ Serve as a liaison between program offices, contracting, finance, and mission partners to ensure timely and complete submission of acquisition documentation

+ Maintain acquisition tracking tools, dashboards, calendars, and integrated master schedules

+ Develop and maintain templates, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and business rules to enhance acquisition process standardization and efficiency

+ Provide acquisition data analysis to support performance tracking, compliance monitoring, and reporting (e.g., PALT, forecasting, workload balance)

+ Apply knowledge of the Federal and Air Force Category Management Program to support acquisition strategy alignment

+ Use tools such as SharePoint, Excel, SMT, and other systems to track packages and produce actionable insights

Preferred:

+ Experience supporting senior leadership in a Pentagon or major command environment

+ Familiarity with DoDI 5000.72, DAFI 63-138, and Air Force acquisition governance

+ Ability to draft acquisition-related briefings and reports for senior decision-makers

+ Strong writing, research, and organizational skills, with a focus on quality control and document standardization

If you are a mission-oriented acquisition professional who thrives in structured, high-impact environments and enjoys navigating complex procurement landscapes, we encourage you to apply.

What Working at LC Offers:

We offer unlimited career growth and potential, a competitive compensation package in which you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our LC Total Rewards package includes world-class medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plan with an employer contribution, a minimum of 15 days of vacation plus 10 observed holidays, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and social well-being. We also offer:

+ Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry.

+ Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.

+ Comprehensive Professional Development Program (PDP).

+ Unlimited career opportunities.

+ The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. At LC, we’re after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and innovative ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, we are looking for you!

About Us:

We all want to make a difference in the work that we do. At Lynch Consultants, LLC (LC), we know that the work we do impacts the lives of all Americans, from strengthening national security, to easing access to healthcare, to helping children and families succeed and thrive, to supporting veterans.

At LC, we employ a talented team within a premier Federal consulting firm. We value our work and guide our consultants to chart their own career paths, while developing marketable core competencies through dynamic, innovative engagements that offer ongoing opportunities for growth.

Lynch Consultants, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We support a drug free workplace. At LC, we value the experience of our U.S. military veterans and encourage all qualified military veterans with security clearances to apply. LC is a veteran and wounded warrior-friendly employer.

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