Program Management (PM) Specialist DoD Acquisition Analyst

Overview Tecolote Research is seeking a highly motivated PM Specialist - DoD Acquisition Analyst to support a Department of Defense (DoD) space acquisition program office in the San Diego, CA area. This role provides direct analytical and acquisition support to Government program leadership, with a focus on contract development, execution, and sustainment activities. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and critical thinker with the ability to synthesize inputs from multiple stakeholders into clear, concise, and actionable documentation. This position requires experience supporting DoD acquisition programs and contributing to complex procurement and contract management efforts across the program lifecycle. Responsibilities Support Government program leadership in the development, review, and execution of acquisition and contract documentation Develop and refine acquisition artifacts, including: Performance Work Statements (PWS) / Statements of Work (SOW) Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) Acquisition strategies and supporting documentation Assist in preparing pre-award documentation, including source selection plans, evaluation criteria, and Justification and Approval (JandA) packages Conduct and support technical evaluations (TechEvals), documenting results and providing recommendations to program leadership Ensure acquisition documentation aligns with DoD and U.S. Space Force policies, guidance, and best practices Serve as a liaison between Program Managers (PMs), Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), and Contracting Officers (KOs) to facilitate efficient acquisition execution Review, track, and manage contract-related correspondence, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness Provide support during program reviews and technical discussions, including design reviews as needed Support contract execution and lifecycle management activities for systems and services acquisitions Perform additional program office support tasks and special projects assigned Skills Required Experience supporting DoD acquisition program offices or similar Federal acquisition environments Demonstrated experience developing acquisition documentation, including: Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), and/or Statements of Objectives (SOO) Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) Experience supporting pre-solicitation activities, acquisition planning, and requirements development Ability to support technical evaluations and clearly communicate findings and recommendations Experience coordinating with Government stakeholders, including Program Managers (PMs), Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), and Contracting Officers (KOs) Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting ACAT I or Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs), particularly in the space domain Experience with both Cost-Plus and Firm Fixed Price contract types Familiarity with DoD or U.S. Space Force acquisition processes and organizations Education Bachelors degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences. Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance 100% Company funded Retirement Plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick pay plans Tuition assistance About Tecolote Research Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation where people are our primary resource. Our investments in technology and training give our employees the tools to ensure our clients ar provided the solutions they need, and our very high employee retention rate and stable workforce is an added value to our customers. Apply now to connect with a company that invests in you. View all career opportunities: www.tecolote.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | X @TecoloteInc | Facebook [EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans]