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 & Approval (J&A) 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

Salary range: $80,000 - $110,000 (commensurate with experience, qualifications, and credentials)

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

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.

Full-Time

Security Clearance

groups

Senior-Level

business

On-site

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health & Welfare Company Paid

Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members

Dental Insurance for employees and family members

Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)

Group Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Travel Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary

Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Retirement

Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.

Annual Leave

Bereavement Leave

Holidays

Jury Duty/Witness Leave

Military Leave

Sick Leave

Location

San Diego Location

7676 Hazard Center Drive, Suite 1125

San Diego, California 92108-4503

(619) 452-2224

Tracking Number: 032-26-1