Job description
Overview
LMI is seeking a Functional Contracting SME to support Army Acquisition, Training, and Readiness (AT&R) in the sustainment and enhancement of the Army Contract Writing System (ACWS). This position requires experience in DoD contracting to support ACWS.
The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of both Army Contracting Enterprise business processes and ACWS functional processes and the ability to investigate and resolve functional issues supporting end users across the Army Contracting Enterprise. We are especially interested in former warranted contracting officers and former contract writing system Organizational Administrators or System Administrators who can pair deep acquisition expertise with a customer-first service mindset.
LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.
Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.
Responsibilities
Provides subject matter expertise in federal acquisition and contracting for DoD Contract Writing Systems.
Provide subject matter expertise in federal acquisition working closely with cross-functional leads, project managers, and SMEs to ensure that processes and products meet both tactical and strategic needs of the customer.
Applies knowledge of federal acquisition regulations to the development of program deliverables, performance planning and management, and acquisition strategy development.
Participates in the development of technical and functional documentation for various project deliverables and phases.
Supports sustainment and execution of organizational change management and strategic communication plans and manage project schedules.
Participates in planning, implementation, stakeholder engagement and sustainment activities associated with current and future DoD contract writing systems.
Participates in technical risk and change management activities and approaches and communicating those activities to senior DoD customer leadership.
Participates in the development, review, and delivery of technical project artifacts and deliverables.
Reviews the project status on a regular basis with DoD customers and program stakeholders.
Performs procurement system functional support and communication efforts adhering to current processes as well as promote knowledge sharing.
Applies experience, knowledge, and expert understanding of the FAR, DFARS, and DOD 5000.02 to the development of training content and delivery of training material to enhance the DoD users’ ability to train on and understand the capabilities and features of the Contract Writing System.
Works closely with the DoD Contract Writing System Program Office to develop plans to ensure alignment with deployments and cutovers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 10+ years of experience in Federal government contracting and/or program management office contracting business processes.
DAU, NCMA, or FAC certification in contracting or program management.
Deep understanding and knowledge of the DoD contracting lifecycle, the FAR, and the DFARS.
Possesses an advanced understanding of the contracting user community, and the ability to develop targeted communications and knowledge content for the purpose of building core shared knowledge and resolving repeating incidents, service requests, and problems.
Ability to work cohesively in a team-oriented matrix organization environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to listen, empathize, and relate to the customer.
Ability to effectively collaborate with both internal and external customers.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving acumen, including structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
U.S. citizenship required.
Desired Qualifications
5+ years of warranted contracting officer experience.
Prior experience as an Organizational Administrator, System Administrator, or other elevated-role user of ACWS or another DoD contract writing system.
2+ years of experience in a tiered service desk, help desk, or application functional support role using an enterprise IT service management platform (e.g., ServiceNow/AESMP).
Experience developing and maintaining knowledge base content (articles and/or video) for a user community.
CompTIA Security+ certification (supports eligibility for the Account Administrator functional role in accordance with DoD 8140 requirements).
Target Salary Range: $85,000-$130,000
Disclaimer:
The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.
Job Locations
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.