Blue Sky Innovators

Provides DoD/IC AI, cybersecurity, systems integration

Acquisition Analyst

Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEl Segundo, CA, USA$160k - $190k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Background in program management and acquisitions.
At least 10 years of experience with Department of Defense acquisition.
Experience with the Space Systems Command Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process.
Experience with stakeholder management and senior leader engagement.
Interpersonal skills for interfacing with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Advise SMLs and MLs on program execution, budgeting, and strategic messaging.
Assist with drafting acquisition strategies, requests for proposals, and program execution documents for milestone reviews.
Manage business operations for contract execution, including contract data requirements list review and assisting with drafting Procuring Contracting Officer letters.
Develop and coordinate the review of briefings and other products supporting Program Executive Officer program reviews, Program Objective Memorandum, Staffer Days, congressional reporting requirements, and requests for information.
Manage communications with Program Element Monitors, Program Executive Officer staff, and external stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

10 years of experience in space systems acquisition.
Experience on a Program Executive Office or equivalent staff.
A bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field.

We are seeking an acquisition analyst to advise SML and MLs on program execution, budgeting, and strategic messaging

Position Description:

Assist with drafting acquisition strategies, RFPs, and program execution documents (i.e., for milestone reviews)
Manage business operations for contract execution (e.g, CDRL review, assist with drafting PCO letters)
Develop and coordinate review of briefings and other products to support Program Executive Officer (PEO) Program Reviews, Program Objective Memorandum, Staffer Days, Congressional Reporting Requirements, and Requests for Information)
Manage communications with Program Element Monitor, PEO Staff, and external stakeholders

Required:

Background in Program Management and Acquisitions
Minimum of 10 years of experience with DoD acquisition
Experience with Space Systems Command PPBE process
Experience with Stakeholder Management and Senior Leader engagement
Excellent interpersonal skills interfacing with a wide variety of stakeholders

Desired

10 years of experience in space systems acquisition
Experience on PEO or equivalent staff
STEM bachelor’s degree or higher

Salary range for the position is $160,000 - $190,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.

About the Company

Blue Sky Innovators

Provides DoD/IC AI, cybersecurity, systems integration

Blue Sky Innovators provides advanced technical and operational support to government and commercial clients, focusing on the DoD and Intelligence Community, with services in AI/ML data analysis, cybersecurity, and systems integration. Its approach combines professional services—such as SETA and acquisition support—with internal R&D in AI/ML and RF to turn research into deployable capabilities. The company differentiates itself through a defense-first leadership team, a workforce that includes many military veterans and personnel with TS/SCI clearance, and in-house development aligned to defense programs like DARPA and the Navy. Its goal is to deliver practical, field-ready technologies and specialized support that help DoD and IC programs succeed and bridge research to operational outcomes.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: Not listed

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