Senior Acquisition Program Manager

SABG is seeking a Senior Acquisition Program Manager to provide acquisition management and program support to U.S. Space Force organizations in El Segundo, California. The Senior Acquisition Program Manager will support the Government's "Engine Room" and Strategy Cell by analyzing acquisition and program information, coordinating actions across stakeholders, supporting program execution, and developing decision-quality products for Government leadership. The position will work across functional and organizational boundaries to help identify issues, assess impacts, track actions, and support timely execution of acquisition priorities.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Travel: N/A

JOB TITLE: Senior Acquisition Program Manager (Senior)

CLEARANCE: TS/SCI

LOCATION: El Segundo, CA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• • Provide acquisition management and program analysis support for complex DoD space programs
• • Support the Government's Engine Room and Strategy Cell in coordinating acquisition activities, priorities, taskers, and program actions
• • Analyze acquisition, programmatic, financial, schedule, performance, and requirements information to identify trends, issues, risks, and potential impacts
• • Research and synthesize large amounts of information into concise summaries, briefings, reports, and other decision-support products
• • Track and coordinate workflow taskers, suspense dates, action items, and deliverables across Government organizations and mission partners
• • Support acquisition planning, program execution, requirements development, and cross-functional coordination
• • Coordinate with Government stakeholders, contractors, and mission partners to obtain information, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with program objectives
• • Prepare and review acquisition documentation, correspondence, briefings, reports, spreadsheets, and executive-level decision materials
• • Support the development of recommendations and courses of action by evaluating program information, identifying potential solutions, and assessing associated impacts
• • Assist with monitoring program cost, schedule, performance, funding, contracting, and requirements activities
• • Support senior Government leadership with timely analysis, status updates, and decision-quality information
• • Utilize Government acquisition, cost, requirements, reporting, and task-management systems to support program activities
• • Perform other acquisition management and program analysis duties as required to support the mission

SUPERVISION: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in management, business, economics, finance, accounting, mathematics, science, technology, engineering, statistics, or a related field
• • 20+ years of relevant experience supporting acquisition, program management, business management, or operations activities, preferably within the DoD or space domain
• • PMT 4010 Certificate (or predecessor course), demonstrating qualification to support DoD ACAT I and II acquisition programs
• • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and the mission-critical aspects of space launch, ground, and sustainment programs
• • Experience analyzing and synthesizing complex program or acquisition information and communicating findings to Government stakeholders
• • Experience coordinating taskers, action items, deliverables, and suspense requirements across multiple organizations
• • Experience developing briefings, reports, spreadsheets, executive summaries, and other acquisition or program management products
• • Familiarity with DoD acquisition, cost, requirements, and reporting systems and processes
• • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively using appropriate DoD and Space Force acquisition terminology
• • Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to identify issues, assess impacts, and develop actionable recommendations

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• • Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• • Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• • Proficiency with Government acquisition, cost, requirements, reporting, and task-management systems as required to support program activities

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS: SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact our Recruiting team at recruiting@sabg.com.

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact our Recruiting team at recruiting@sabg.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Once you complete all the steps we are notified of your completed application, and we will review. For individuals who meet the requirements of the position, we will contact you and arrange next steps in the interview process.

Job Link: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/SABGLLC.careers?ShowJob=906115013

SALARY RANGE: $190,000-$207,000

Compensation at SABG is determined based on factors such as the role's requirements, education, certifications, skills, experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Final compensation is based on the specific qualifications and circumstances of each candidate.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled