Principal Acquisition SME (Robotics)

Mayvin is seeking an experienced Principal Acquisition SME (Robotics) to provide expert-level acquisition support for advanced robotics and autonomous systems programs. This role is embedded within a dynamic Assistant Program Manager (APM) team supporting USSOCOM at Ft. Belvoir, VA. The Principal Acquisition SME will serve as a key acquisition advisor and technical integrator to enable rapid and effective development, testing, and fielding of cutting-edge robotic platforms and systems for national defense.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, and refine acquisition strategies and documentation across the program lifecycle including: Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objectives (SOO), and Performance Work Statements (PWS), Acquisition Program Baseline (APB), Single Acquisition Management Plan (SAMP), and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Contractor Data Requirements List (CDRL), Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), and Fielding & Deployment Release (F&DR)
• Provide directions to technical personnel to ensure adherence to functional design specifications and program requirements
• Coordinate with the Project Manager and/or Quality Assurance Manager to ensure adequate design specifications and associated documentation and problem resolution for problem reports
• Lead and support technical evaluations of contractor proposals with focus on cost, schedule, risk, and performance
• Develop and present acquisition documentation, milestone briefings, and formal memoranda to senior stakeholders
• Provide subject matter input into the design, integration, testing, and deployment of robotic systems (ground, aerial, or maritime platforms)
• Review contractor designs and system architectures for modularity, scalability, and integration with other C5ISR or autonomy-enabling technologies
• Guide Test & Evaluation (T&E) planning and execution, including Developmental Test (DT), Operational Test (OT), and Limited User Tests (LUTs)

Required Qualifications:

• 16 years of DoD acquisition experience
• 10+ years of experience in Robotics, Autonomy, or Unmanned Systems (UGV, UAS, UxS)
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD 5000 series acquisition policy
• Experience with Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and SOFCIDS
• DAWIA Level III in Program Management, Test & Evaluation, or Contracting (or PMP)
• Demonstrated expertise in Test and Evaluation (T&E) of complex systems
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, robotics, systems management, or related discipline
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Demonstrated experience working in or supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF)

Desired Qualifications:

• Military operations experience with emphasis on unmanned systems supporting SOF
• Graduate degree in Robotics, Engineering, Program Management, or related field
• Experience with DoD PPBE process and rapid prototyping pathways under DoDI 5000.87 (Middle Tier Acquisition)

About Mayvin:

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