179-Day Developmental Assignment, Acquisition Analyst, NH-02/03 at HQ ATEC G8, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD_ATEC HQ_49912

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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Contracting

Job Summary

This is a developmental assignment opportunity for a high-performing NH-02/03 (GS 11-13 equivalent) DA Civilian to gain experience as an Acquisition Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including developing complex acquisition strategies, advising on procurement objectives, and serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). You will prepare and maintain acquisition plans and milestone charts, assist in developing detailed solicitation packages, and critically review contract requirements and deliverables. A key aspect of this role involves monitoring all phases of contract administration, which includes coordinating cost adjustments, processing contract modifications, working directly with Army Contracting Command Contracting Officers and Contracting Specialists, reviewing invoices for payment approval, and managing contract closeouts. Additionally, you will collaborate with subordinate organizations to resolve contract issues and strategize on acquisition inquiries. Furthermore, you will provide oversight by on overarching contracting policies, developing internal guidance materials, and validating comprehensive reports for senior leadership.

Duration: This is a recurring developmental assignment for a period NTE 179 days. Start date o/a: 4 January 2027.

Funding: Salary and benefits will be the responsibility of the parent organization. There is no change in pay or grade for this assignment. Any overtime incurred due to developmental assignment must be coordinated between the host and parent organization supervisors in advance.

Work Schedule: The host organization will determine tour of duty and duty days. Alternate work schedules must be communicated and approved by both host and parent organization supervisors.

Telework/Remote Work: The employee will be expected to be on site as needed to participate in or lead various briefings to ATEC senior leadership. Remote option is not available. Situational Telework is available on a case-by-case basis.

TDY: TDY is not anticipated.

Resources: IT support and facility access will be provided by the host organization. Employee will use their assigned laptop from the parent organization. A MiFi will be provided if needed.

Application Instructions: Applicants must submit:

  1. A short resume (maximum 2 pages)

  2. A letter of endorsement signed by the Supervisor and Commander (O6 or GS-15 equivalent and higher

  3. A statement of interest summarizing the candidate’s professional background and developmental goals

**Templates for the letter of endorsement and statement of interest can be found here: Developmental Assignment - Application Templates

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop complex acquisition strategies
2. Advise on procurement objectives
3. Serve as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)
4. Prepare and maintain acquisition plans and milestone charts
5. Assist in developing detailed solicitation packages
6. Critically review contract requirements and deliverables
7. Monitor all phases of contract administration, which includes coordinating cost adjustments, processing contract modifications, working directly with Army Contracting Command Contracting Officers and Contracting Specialists, reviewing invoices for payment approval, and managing contract closeouts
8. Collaborate with subordinate organizations to resolve contract issues and strategize on acquisition inquiries
9. Provide oversight on overarching contracting policies, developing internal guidance materials, and validating comprehensive reports for senior leadership

Job Qualification

1. Open to high performing NH-02 (GS 11 Only) or NH-03 (GS 12-13 equivalent) Civilians who are assigned to duty location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - ATEC HQ, ATC, OEC-APG, and APG tenant organizations.

2. ATEC employees who apply must have served at least 1 year as employee at ATEC prior to application, IAW ATEC Regulation 350-1, Chapter 9-6.

3. Applicants subject to a formal disciplinary action in the last 52 weeks from the time of application will not be considered.

4. Applicants must not have completed a developmental assignment within the past two years from the time of application

5. Applicants must have received a “Fully Successful” or equivalent on their latest performance appraisal.

Specialized Experience

The following skills are preferred but not required for selection:

  • Some experience preparing solicitation packages (SOW/PWS) and reviewing contract deliverables
  • Some experience in Contract Management and oversight, especially Service-type contracts, including experience as a Customer seeking contract services
  • Some experience processing Contract Modifications, invoice reviews, and cost adjustments.
  • Some knowledge of Simplified Acquisition Threshold (Below SAT and Above SAT knowledge)
  • Some knowledge of cost-reimbursable contracts
  • Some knowledge of Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Time & Materials, or hybrid type contracts.
  • Some knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and applicable federal contracting laws and regulations.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

  1. Open to high performing NH-02 (GS-11 Only) or NH-03 (GS-12/13 equivalent) Civilians.

    ATEC Candidates: Must have served at least 1 year as employee at ATEC prior to application, IAW ATEC Regulation 350-1, Chapter 9-6.)

  2. Candidates will be evaluated based on their resume, statement of interest, and one endorsement memo signed by the Supervisor, Director, and Commander (or designated authority) at the time of application.

  3. Applicants subject to a formal disciplinary action in the last 52 weeks from the time of application will not be considered.

  4. Applicants must not have completed a developmental assignment within the past two years from the time of application

  5. Applicants must have received a “Fully Successful” or equivalent on their latest performance appraisal. (A copy may be requested by the HR Specialist for external candidates)

Conditions of Employment

1. Candidates must possess and be able to maintain a Secret clearance during assignment.

2. ATEC employees must meet minimum eligibility requirements to apply for a developmental assignment according to the latest guidance published on ATEC 350-01, Chapter 9, Section III, Paragraph 9-6.

3. External candidates must comply with their local policy’s eligibility requirements to apply for a developmental assignment.

4. Candidates will be expected to work on-site.

5. Continued Service Agreement. Per AR 350-1, Army Civilians selected for non-Government training in excess of 40 hours, or Government training/developmental assignments in excess of 160 hours must sign a CSA in the Department of the Army before training begins. The period of service obligation will be equal to at least three times the length of the training period, at a minimum. Command or career program funding the training may require more time based on associated training costs. Calculation of the continued service obligation period will not include weekends or federal holidays. The obligation period begins on the first day following the completion of training or program of study.

The calculator and agreement will be sent after the start and end dates have been finalized. This must be signed and returned to the S1/G1 proponent managing this action prior to the start date. A copy should also be provided to the selectee’s supervisor.

Travel Requirements

0% Travel

QUESTIONS or issues please send us a message with the vacancy announcement URL, position title, and location to:

usarmy.apg.atec.mbx.atec-developmental-assignments@army.mil