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Bowhead

Federal contracting arm delivering IT services

Acquisition Specialist

Full-TimeDeadline 8/7/27
$95k - $110k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Patuxent River, MD, USA
In PersonAnticipated on-site; telework may be available with management approval.
Project & Program ManagementProgram Management
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science) is required, with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience or four additional years of relevant experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • At least three years of experience performing duties described in the functional description is required.
  • Proficiency in the Acquisition Management System is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, is required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills are required.
  • Strong attention to detail is required.
  • Ability to maintain a Secret-level security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is required for the Secret clearance at this location.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and twist, bend, and squat periodically is required.
Responsibilities
  • Support the development of program acquisition documentation such as acquisition plans, acquisition strategy reviews, program information documents, statements of work, funding documents, contract data requirements lists, and acquisition program baseline agreements.
  • Assess program procedures, practices, philosophies, and documentation for compliance with specifications, contracts, and mission requirements.
  • Attend, participate in, support, analyze, provide input, develop, prepare, and report on briefs, point papers, reports, correspondence, meetings, conferences, and review boards.

About the company

Bowhead, via UIC Government Services (UICGS), provides federal contracting and government services to defense and civilian agencies. It offers IT, logistics and marine services, engineering, program management, and development and support of military training and modeling and simulations. It coordinates a family of subsidiary companies to tailor end-to-end solutions, including operations and maintenance and lifecycle support. Its goal is to help federal agencies meet missions by delivering reliable, integrated contracting services and mission-ready programs.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Alexandria, Virginia

Founded

1999

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What believers are saying

  • On June 29, 2026, Bowhead Base Operations won a $30 million Navy telecom IDIQ.
  • On September 30, 2026, Bowhead Weapons Development Solutions won a $60.6 million Navy task.
  • Bowhead acquired Delta Solutions in 2024, broadening cleared defense and engineering capacity.

What critics are saying

  • Pennsylvania WARN filings show Bowhead Logistics Management cut 307, 208, 238, then 148 jobs in 2026.
  • Bowhead’s growth depends on Navy and DoD awards, exposing it to protest and recompete pressure.
  • Federal ANC scrutiny could weaken Bowhead’s set-aside advantage and crush its contract pipeline.

What makes Bowhead unique

  • Bowhead’s ANC ownership preserves 8(a) and sole-source access across federal agencies.
  • On April 21, 2026, Bowhead earned CMMI Level 3 across its family companies.
  • On July 21, 2026, DoW deemed Bowhead’s MBSE capability awardable through Tradewinds.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Company News

GovCon Wire
Dec 4th, 2024
UIC Acquires Delta Solutions & Strategies

Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corp. (UIC) has acquired a majority interest in Delta Solutions & Strategies, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business. Delta is now part of UIC's Bowhead Family of Companies within its government services division. The acquisition, led by UIC COO Jeevan Pokharel, aims to enhance Bowhead’s growth in the Department of Defense and space sectors. Delta will gain access to more DOD and federal contracts, expanding its market and expertise.