Acquisition Specialist - Clearance Required

Summary

OverviewLMI is seeking an Acquisition Specialist onsite in Arlington, VA. Successful candidates will demonstrate competency in communication and critical thinking while upholding the highest standard of ethical behavior.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.We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Flexible work schedules, generous retirement contributions, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.ResponsibilitiesThe primary responsibility will be to provide acquisition policy and guidance support for Department of Defense correspondence, legislative analysis, reports, and meetings. The individual should be detail-oriented and able to successfully work in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities may include: Provide acquisition or contracting policy research, analysis, and supportAssist with the coordination, writing, and editing of internal and external correspondence, reports, and briefings, includingthose needed for legislativeproposals and analysisSupport responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) reporting requirements to CongressAssist the Government in preparing and maintaining formal staffed packagesPrepare for meetings with internal or external partnersQualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) or higherAt least 4 years of relevant acquisition experience, preferably with Department of WarProficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointThis position requires an active security clearance, at the SECRET level, for which you must be a US citizen.DESIRED SKILLS:Working knowledge of the Department of War Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS) or similar system is strongly preferredExperience with Defense acquisition and contractingExperience in responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requestsFamiliarity with Microsoft SharePoint and PlannerStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenAbility to effectively problem solveExcellent organizational skills and ability to establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external staff membersSelf-directed, detail oriented in completing assigned tasks, able to adapt to changing work efforts and manage impact of shifting prioritiesSalary Range: $95,000.00 To $115,000.00 AnnuallyThe 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 LocationsUS-VA-ArlingtonJob SummaryID: # of Openings: 1

Job Description

OverviewLMI is seeking an Acquisition Specialist onsite in Arlington, VA. Successful candidates will demonstrate competency in communication and critical thinking while upholding the highest standard of ethical behavior.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.We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Flexible work schedules, generous retirement contributions, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.ResponsibilitiesThe primary responsibility will be to provide acquisition policy and guidance support for Department of Defense correspondence, legislative analysis, reports, and meetings. The individual should be detail-oriented and able to successfully work in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities may include: Provide acquisition or contracting policy research, analysis, and supportAssist with the coordination, writing, and editing of internal and external correspondence, reports, and briefings, includingthose needed for legislativeproposals and analysisSupport responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) reporting requirements to CongressAssist the Government in preparing and maintaining formal staffed packagesPrepare for meetings with internal or external partnersQualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) or higherAt least 4 years of relevant acquisition experience, preferably with Department of WarProficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointThis position requires an active security clearance, at the SECRET level, for which you must be a US citizen.DESIRED SKILLS:Working knowledge of the Department of War Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS) or similar system is strongly preferredExperience with Defense acquisition and contractingExperience in responding to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requestsFamiliarity with Microsoft SharePoint and PlannerStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenAbility to effectively problem solveExcellent organizational skills and ability to establish and maintain working relationships with internal and external staff membersSelf-directed, detail oriented in completing assigned tasks, able to adapt to changing work efforts and manage impact of shifting prioritiesSalary Range: $95,000.00 To $115,000.00 AnnuallyThe 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 LocationsUS-VA-ArlingtonJob SummaryID: # of Openings: 1