Location US-WA-Whidbey Island

ID 2025-3797

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As a SkillBridge Acquisition Management Specialist Intern with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity learn the following:

Learn from Subject Matter Experts on topics such as Acquisition Planning, Contract Management, Performance-Based Logistics (PBL), Compliance and Reporting, and Stakeholder Engagement

Throughout the internship, the SkillBridge Intern will learn and understand how to:

Learning with Acquisition Planning:

• Develop and execute acquisition strategies, including market research, cost-benefit analysis, and risk assessments, focusing on PBL solutions.
• Participate in planning, budgeting, and scheduling acquisition priorities aligned with mission objectives.

Learning with Contract Management:

• Prepare, review, and manage all documentation associated with solicitation, evaluation, award, and administration of contracts, with an emphasis on PBL contracts.
• Evaluate contractor proposals and negotiate terms to ensure successful program delivery and incentives aligned with PBL goals.
• Monitor contractor performance through data analysis, field/site visits, and performance scorecards.

Learning with Performance-Based Logistics Implementation:

• Design and implement PBL strategies to ensure optimal product support, continuous process improvement, and cost-effectiveness across the lifecycle of weapon systems and equipment.
• Work with logistics, engineering, and program management teams to define measurable outcomes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and sustainment metrics.

Learning with Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure acquisition activities comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DFAR PGI, NMCAR, and other DoD-specific policies.
• Prepare and present reports, contract status updates, and briefings to stakeholders and leadership.

Learning with Stakeholder Engagement:

• Facilitate coordination between internal and external stakeholders, including technical experts, end-users, industry partners, and leadership.
• Address and resolve issues related to contract performance, modifications, and changes in requirements.

• REQUIRED: Candidates must be eligible to participate in a SkillBridge program. If you are unsure if you are eligible, please visit the SkillBridge website or speak with your Unit Commander or Transition Coordinator.
• Must have 120 days of military service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and have at least 120 continuous days of active military service (as defined by the DOD SkillBridge eligibility requirements)
• Must have approval from your unit commander to participate in a SkillBridge program (as defined by the DOD SkillBridge eligibility requirements)
• Top Secret/SCI Clearance required

Many of the training, experience, and skills you've developed in the military will be an excellent transfer to Acquisition Program Management, and we welcome all who are interested in making an impact through our SkillBridge Internship. Below are just some of the skills and abilities we are looking for in an Intern.

• Active learning
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Defense acquisition, contracting, logistics, and supply chain knowledge and strategies
• Documenting and tracking
• Critical thinking and reasoning
• Customer service and customer focus
• Dependability, responsibility, and reliability
• Judgment and decision making
• Inquiring, interpreting, and information processing
• Presenting, public speaking, and training
• Program management and administration
• Reasoning and decision making
• Strategic vision, planning, and organization
• Taking initiative
• Teamwork

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $43,200.00/Yr. - USD $72,100.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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