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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Our Federal Engineered Systems Global Business Unit is a world-class leader in delivering Engineering and Technology enhancing solutions to Federal DoD and Civilian clients. With a history of disruption beginning in 1944, we apply our distinct perspective to help our customers confront the issues of tomorrow in every domain - land, sea, air, space, and cyber.

We provide successful program, system integration, engineering, modernization, environmental, and construction management support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Army, Navy, and Air Force on Aviation related programs worldwide. Parsons’ numerous programs and long history give us unparalleled experience in program integration, staff support, technology insertion, and on-site support.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Contracts and Acquisitions manager to join our team!

Preference is for candidates located in the National Capital Region (NCR). Parsons will consider remote/hybrid employees with the expectation of 75% travel to the NCR.

Specific Responsibilities

+ Lead development and execution of acquisition strategies in assigned workstream to support program objectives.

+ Manage planning and sourcing phases of the acquisition process, to include market analysis, strategy development, RFP and contract development, bid evaluation, recommendation, and negotiation

+ Represents, Parsons in connection with dealings with clients and suppliers on all matters in assigned workstream, developing client/supplier relationships

+ Develops and implements contracting/subcontracting strategies to optimize cost savings, improve efficiency, and ensure supply chain resilience.

+ Collaborates with Contracts and Subcontract Managers to ensure acquisitions are executed in alignment with prime and subcontract requirements

+ Collaborates with the Workstream Leads, Program Leadership, and other functional support resources to get the job done and ensure we meet our commitments.

+ Ensures adherence to all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures related to procurement and contracting

+ Reviews requests for proposals to identify risks and contractual terms not conforming to Company policy.

+ Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

+ Ability to develop and execute detailed acquisition strategies, including rapid procurements, unique and innovative contracting approaches, bid evaluation and negotiations

+ Knowledge of acquisition and procurement within the federal government agencies.

+ Knowledge of government contracting at the prime and/or subcontract level, including knowledge of federal acquisition procurement laws (FAR/AMS)

+ **Global Supply Chain and Subcontract Management**

+ Expertise in integrating global supplier networks while maintaining compliance with federal requirements (e.g., Buy American, TAA, ITAR), mitigating international sourcing risks, and ensuring supply continuity during organizational change.

+ **Regulatory and Trade Compliance**

+ Deep knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and international trade laws, with the ability to manage export controls, cybersecurity mandates, and supplier due diligence across domestic and foreign entities.

+ **Risk Management and Contract Optimization**

+ Skilled in identifying and mitigating contract and supply chain risks, renegotiating terms to align with the integrated entity, and ensuring compliance with pricing, CAS, and regulatory standards.

+ Proven experience in aligning and advising Contracts, Legal, Supply Chain, and Program teams, and engaging with government stakeholders (e.g., COs, DCMA, DCAA) to support strategic goals throughout integration

+ **Cross-Functional Leadership and Executive Engagement**

+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Contract Management, Law or Related field (or equivalent experience)

+ 15+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management supporting multiple contract types

+ US Persons

+ FAA BNATCS Contract

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

+ In-depth knowledge of and experience with AMS

+ Previous experience supporting portfolios with $500M in total revenue

+ Knowledge of the FAA

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range: $128,700.00 - $231,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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