Acquisition Management Support SME - Contingent

Public Trust Eligibility Required

This is a contingent position, meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification. 

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront. 

Job Summary

The Acquisition Management Support SME provides professional acquisition management support to federal program offices by assisting in the development, review, and refinement of acquisition and requirements documentation. This role supports multiple program offices as part of an Acquisition Liaison Team (ALT), delivering expertise across the acquisition lifecycle, supporting procurement planning, documentation compliance, training, and continuous process improvement. The position plays a critical role in enabling timely, compliant, and effective procurements.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition management support to program offices throughout the acquisition lifecycle, with a primary focus on requirements development and documentation quality.
• Support program offices in identifying and validating requirement details to ensure clarity, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and refine acquisition documentation including Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), and Statements of Objectives (SOO).
• Assist in the preparation and review of pre‑solicitation documentation in collaboration with Contracting Officers.
• Develop and review Acquisition Plans and Market Research Reports to support procurement strategies.
• Support development of Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), evaluation criteria, Justifications and Approvals (J&As), Limited Source Justifications, and other documentation required for Purchase Request (PR) packages.
• Participate in pre‑proposal conferences and coordinate with technical officials to gather inputs supporting solicitation development.
• Support review and processing of a high volume of procurement packages annually, including new awards and contract modifications, across multiple program offices.
• Deliver formal and informal training sessions on acquisition processes, requirements documentation, and best practices across the acquisition lifecycle.
• Develop training materials, presentations, reference guides, and knowledge “take‑away” products to support workforce learning.
• Conduct knowledge‑sharing sessions in group and one‑on‑one formats, including workshop‑style engagements and instructor‑led discussions.
• Provide recommendations to improve acquisition and contracting processes and support the implementation of efficiencies.
• Assist in maintaining and improving acquisition resources, templates, and standard language within a centralized Contracting Resource Library (CRL).
• Support continuous process improvement efforts aligned with acquisition policy and governance initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Acquisition, Contract Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience providing acquisition or procurement support within a federal environment.
• Hands‑on experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation, including SOWs, PWSs, SOOs, acquisition plans, and market research.
• Knowledge of federal acquisition lifecycle processes, including acquisition planning, solicitation preparation, proposal evaluation, and contract administration.
• Experience supporting or delivering training and knowledge‑sharing sessions related to acquisition or contracting processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with program offices, contracting personnel, and technical stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and compliance.
• Proficiency with standard office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting acquisition or contracting organizations serving multiple program offices.
• Familiarity with federal acquisition policy, guidance, and best practices.
• Experience contributing to process improvement initiatives or development of standard acquisition templates and resources.
• Prior experience supporting Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), Contract Specialists, or Contracting Officers.

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. 

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. 

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 

Work Authorization

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements. Sponsorship is not available. 

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)   

• Retirement Plan (401k)  

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)   

• Paid Time Off  

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)   

• Short Term & Long-Term Disability   

• Training & Development