Job Summary:
We are seeking highly skilled professionals as we support the critical support services for The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Adaptive Capabilities Office (ACO). This program requires administrative, acquisition, and financial advisory and assistance (A&AS) support to assist in accomplishing the office mission for existing and planned ACO programs. If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for optimizing business operations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Degree Requirement: Bachelors
Clearance Requirement: TS
Years of Experience: 6
Description:
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Experience:
Experience in developing, implementing, and executing effective plans for overall contract management, contract administration, security and training and quality assurance. Six (6) years of experience providing regulatory compliance and approval of all contract related expenses. Experience planning, directing and coordinating the work activity of all personnel involved in all aspects of the contract and to integrate problem resolution in the ongoing work without loss of fiscal integrity and work force efficiency. At least three (3) years demonstrated experience in a supervisory capacity in planning, developing, and executing major research and development efforts for defense organizations.
Start Date is contingent upon contract award and start: 8/3/2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $190,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Six (6) years of experience providing regulatory compliance and approval of all contract related expenses
- Do you have Three (3) years demonstrated experience in a supervisory capacity in planning, developing, and executing major research and development efforts for defense organizations.
Education:
Experience:
- Program management: 6 years (Required)
Security clearance:
Work Location: In person