Space Systems Integration

Provides engineering services for space systems

Acquisition Specialist

Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEl Segundo, CA, USA$140k - $220k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in business management or an equivalent business-related discipline is required.
Five to fifteen years of experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense is required.
Experience with the Department of Defense Major Capability Acquisition System process is required.
Experience with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System process is required.
Experience with the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution process is required.
An active Top Secret clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI, SCI eligibility, and participation in Continuous Evaluation are required.
The candidate must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.

Responsibilities

Provide advice to Program and Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting, and execution.
Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings.
Develop, draft, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents prescribed by or tailored from DoDI 5000.02, the Acquisition Framework, and relevant Department of Defense, Air Force, and local unit policies pertaining to rapid prototyping.
Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design and milestone reviews to assess progress, risks, issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements.
Provide program element coordination, staffing, and monitoring; advise and assist the government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures; and draft and support delivery of program funding documentation and monthly financial reports.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree in business management, technical management, and/or engineering is preferred.
Professional certifications such as PMI Project Management Professional are preferred.
Experience in the National Security Space and/or Space Control mission area is preferred.

Salary Range: 140000 to 220000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Acquisition Specialist for a role in El Segundo, CA.

Role and Responsibilities include:

Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution.
Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings.
Develop, draft, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by/tailored from DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD, AF, and local unit policies that pertain to rapid prototyping.
Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design/milestone 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 as well as drafting and supporting delivery of program funding documentation and monthly financial reports.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent business-related discipline and 5 to 15 years of experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and, or Contracts management within the Department of Defense.

Experience with the:

Department of Defense Major Capability Acquisition System process.

Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System process.

Planning, Programing, Budget and Execution process.

Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI is required, along with SCI eligibility and participation in Continuous Evaluation.

Must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master Degree in Business Management, technical management, and/or engineering.

Professional certifications (e.g., PMI PMP).

Experience in the National Security Space and, or the Space Control mission area.

We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

Space Systems Integration

Provides engineering services for space systems

Space Systems Integration provides engineering services in Northern Virginia, focusing on space systems and related programs. The company works by offering engineering support, systems integration, and technical services to government and defense projects. It differentiates itself through its emphasis on space systems and its location in the Northern Virginia region, which positions it to work closely with government agencies and defense contractors. The goal is to deliver reliable engineering solutions that help customers plan, build, and integrate space-related systems and programs.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chantilly, VA
Founded: 2005

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