Product Integrator/Acquisition Analyst

About the position

Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplish the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.

Responsibilities

• Proactively address the Product Manager's (PdM) needs, leveraging critical thinking skills to develop and implement solutions for both routine challenges and unique situations.
• Provide comprehensive acquisition support to the PdM, including contract management, document preparation and coordination, and administrative tasks for contract-related deliverables.
• Interface with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and lead the development and negotiation of new task orders, contract modifications, and engineering change proposals.
• Manage engineering contracts monitoring execution and performance and ensuring successful project delivery within budget and schedule.
• Advise on contracting strategy, prepare contracting documents, and coordinate activities with Army Contracting Command.
• Lead the development, review, and formatting of key acquisition documentation, ensuring compliance with DoD and Army standards.
• Participate in technical evaluations.
• Provide input to Program Objective Memoranda (POM) and budget submissions.
• Participate in product Integrated Product Teams (IPT), test events, and product demonstrations.
• Assist in providing contract oversight for assigned products.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and performance of contracts, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Possess working knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Provide cost/benefit studies, financial analysis, analysis of alternatives, return on investment, cost estimation, present value, and other analyses as required.
• Analyze, prioritize and recommend appropriate courses of action supporting the PdM's organizational policies and tracks actions to completion.
• Develop and deliver briefings, reports, and presentations to senior leadership.
• Develop briefings, reports, and presentations for General Officer leadership.
• Review and consolidate SmartCharts (Program Reviews) input and prepare for high-level meetings.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between government stakeholders (Program Executive Office, Department of the Army, Office of the Secretary of Defense, etc.), industry partners, and other stakeholders (test community, requirements community).
• Research data, analyze information, synthesize options, and make sound recommendations to PdM and STARE Project Manager leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Business, or Management
• 5+ years' of relevant work experience
• Understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD contracting procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Bachelor's degree and 12 years in DoD acquisition and Program Management (desired)
• Must have a Secret clearance

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses