Full-Time
Junior Acquisition Management Analyst
BlueWater Federal Solutions
201-500 employees
Federal IT services, systems engineering, PM
Compensation Overview
$78k - $92k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
San Diego, CA, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
Bachelor's, Master's
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- A Bachelor's or advanced degree in Business, Engineering, Acquisition, or a related field is required.
- An active Secret clearance is required.
- At least 3 years of experience supporting acquisition programs is required.
- Experience with Department of Defense acquisition lifecycle processes under the DoD Instruction 5000 series is required.
- Experience developing and supporting acquisition documentation and milestone reviews is required.
- Experience supporting risk management processes in a Department of Defense environment is required.
- Provide daily program, analytical, and acquisition management support to senior-level executives.
- Develop, review, and maintain acquisition documentation, including Acquisition Strategies, Acquisition Program Baselines, Initial Capabilities Documents, Capability Development Documents, Integrated Master Plans, and Integrated Master Schedules.
- Ensure documentation aligns with Department of Defense acquisition guidance and PMW 150 program requirements.
- Support preparation and maintenance of acquisition schedules and related reporting requirements, depending on assignment.
- DAWIA or equivalent certification in Program Management or Acquisition.
- Prior experience supporting NAVWAR, PEO C4I, or C4ISR programs.
- Experience with Department of Defense acquisition systems and tools such as DAMIR, DITPR-DON, and RDAIS.
- Experience supporting ACAT I, II, or III or Major Automated Information System programs.
BlueWater Federal Solutions provides IT services to the U.S. federal government, focusing on IT and network engineering and program management. It delivers mission-critical systems through technical solutions and professional services, staffed with full-time personnel on large, multi-year task orders. The company differentiates itself with high CPARS ratings and experience handling sizable contracts, showing reliable performance in sensitive government environments. Its goal is to offer dependable IT, systems engineering, and program management support that helps federal agencies run critical programs efficiently and securely.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
North Carolina
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- DOE awarded BlueWater a $96.8 million IT support contract in March 2026.
- BlueWater posted active 2026 openings in Tampa, Washington, Colorado Springs, and Florida bases.
- Its SkillBridge recruiting on February 9, 2026 targets transitioning service members.
What critics are saying
- BlueWater depends on federal recompetes, so one lost prime contract cuts revenue fast.
- Indeed reviewers reported contract loss and sub-par pay, pressuring retention and delivery.
- Tetra Tech can absorb BlueWater after weak performance, ending BlueWater as a standalone employer.
What makes BlueWater Federal Solutions unique
- Tetra Tech ownership gives BlueWater access to larger federal sales channels and capital.
- BlueWater runs mission support across defense, intelligence, homeland security, and emergency management.
- Its NAS Norfolk prime contract covers Navy network, data, messaging, and tactical support.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
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