Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist
Saic, El Segundo, CA, United States
Description
SAIC is looking for a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to work in El Segundo, Ca.
You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support.
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force’s Space System Center. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Key Responsibilities
Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution
Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies.
Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software
Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events
Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements
Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures
Qualifications
Required
An active DOD Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
BS in technical field, such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science, min 15 years total experience. N.
7+ years’ experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense
Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program
Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans
Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Desired
Top Secret Clearance
MS degree
Ground systems acquisition experience
MILSATCOM experience
Systems engineering experience
Certifications in DoD acquisition
Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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SAIC is looking for a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to work in El Segundo, Ca.
You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support.
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force’s Space System Center. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Key Responsibilities
Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution
Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies.
Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software
Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events
Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements
Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures
Qualifications
Required
An active DOD Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
BS in technical field, such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science, min 15 years total experience. N.
7+ years’ experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense
Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program
Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans
Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Desired
Top Secret Clearance
MS degree
Ground systems acquisition experience
MILSATCOM experience
Systems engineering experience
Certifications in DoD acquisition
Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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