Acquisition Support -- Front Office Acquisition and Strategic Su

Overview

The SME-Level Front Office Acquisition and Strategic Support (Lead) performs a variety of acquisition management, planning, analysis, and strategic operations duties in support of the Space Systems Command (SSC) SYD 84 Missile Warning Ground and Integration programs (SYD 84/MT) at LA AFB, CA. This position directly supports the System Program Director (SPD) with acquisition and strategic planning and execution in support of Division-wide activities.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will provide strategic counsel to the SPD and other Division leaders as required on a range of issues from acquisition strategy, law, policy, financial management, and its implementation to meet strategic objectives.
• You will apply your experience, coupled with strategic and critical thinking skills, to successfully execute the SPD's acquisition portfolio.
• You will interact with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and defense hardware contractors in the accomplishment of your duties.
• Responsibilities and tasks will also include:
  • Providing senior acquisition and execution support to the SPD.
  • Delivering SV integration and launch support to the SPD across the Division.
  • Providing strategic support to the SPD across the Division.
  • Ensuring programmatic support and alignment to the SPD across the Division.
    
    Skills Required
    
    
    • At least 15 equivalent years of experience performing Acquisition Management and Strategic activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena.
    • Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high-visibility tasks.
    • Knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs.
    • Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance (required).
    • US citizenship (required).
    • Education: Master's degree (MA/MS) in Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Operations Research, or related field is required.
    • Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 DOE
      
      Education
      
      Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.