Program Management Assistant - Acquisition and Contracts

Amentum - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Program Management Assistant - Acquisition and Contracts at Amentum plays a crucial role in supporting the Naval Intelligence Activity (NIA) by assisting senior project managers and executives in managing acquisition and contract processes. This position involves a blend of project management responsibilities, including contract management, policy review, and data management, while also providing support for business transformation efforts within the organization. The role is primarily on-site with optional teleworking capabilities, making it a dynamic opportunity for individuals looking to enhance their project management skills in a high-visibility environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the NIA Director of Acquisition and Contracts and other senior leaders.
• Perform contract management tasks, including gathering program data and preparing high-level program status reports.
• Ensure program data is properly captured and stored in knowledge databases.
• Assist the program manager with project management duties, including monitoring and tracking program metrics.
• Support the administration of large government contracts as needed.
• Assist in business transformation efforts and modernization of acquisition processes.
• Ensure acquisition data in the Requirements and Procurement Management System (RPMS) is complete and accurate.
• Support records management activities.

Requirements

• Top Secret clearance at minimum; TS/SCI preferred.
• US Citizenship required.
• 3 years of experience in program/project coordination within acquisitions or contracting.
• 3 years of experience in defining Acquisition and Contract Management processes and tracking success.
• Basic understanding of standard project management principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with DoD/IC Acquisition procedures and policies.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and organizational skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with overlapping deadlines.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Ability to work within a team structure and with senior government leadership.

Nice-to-haves

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience with SharePoint collaboration tools.
• Experience using ServiceNow platform programs.
• CAPM or PMP certification from PMI.
• DAWIA certification(s).
• Experience as a government Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Experience using data and metrics to track progress and report to senior executives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $86.2K - $109K per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible work options including teleworking capabilities.