Acquisition Specialist
Xmstart
Aurora, CO · Posted November 11, 2026
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About the job
XMSTART is looking to add experienced and strategic full-time Acquisition Specialists to our teams in Chantilly, VA and Aurora, CO. These positions are 100% onsite.
The Acquisition Specialist provides acquisition and program support by assisting with documentation, schedules, reporting, funding, and resource tracking, stakeholder coordination, and compliance with application policies and procedures.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Assisting with preparation and maintenance of acquisition and program documentation
Supporting schedules, milestone tracking, and status reporting
Assisting with funding, resource, and contract line item tracking
Coordinating with stakeholders on deliverables, actions, and program activities
Supporting compliance with applicable acquisition policies, processes, and reporting requirements
Maintaining records, artifacts, and baseline documents related to acquisition and program execution
An active TS/SCI with Poly
Junior – 0 to 5 years of Experience, Intermediate – 5 to 10 years of Experience, Senior – 10+ years of experience
Experience in acquisition support, program support, business operations, or a related field
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively with government and contractor stakeholders
Familiarity with schedules, reporting, and documentation management