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The Senior Acquisition SME plays a critical role in supporting the successful delivery of space systems within the Space Sensing mission area. This position is based in El Segundo, CA, and involves close collaboration with the Space Systems Command’s (SSC) Space Sensing senior leadership. The Senior Acquisition SME provides strategic guidance and expert recommendations to translate mission needs into operational end-to-end solutions through the development and coordination of acquisition documentation.
Job Responsibility:
Support senior Space Force leadership with acquisition strategies, contracting, budgeting, and program execution
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and industry partners to ensure successful program outcomes
Evaluate and assist in the development of acquisition documentation, including strategies, plans, and deliverables, for compliance with DoD and Space Force policies and guidance
Provide expertise in software acquisition for DoD programs, including classified ACAT-like space control systems
Develop and coordinate documentation required for Defense Acquisition Boards and source selections
Offer strategic approaches for acquisition planning and execution, including AoA, ASP, ASD, J&A, RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs, and incentive plans
Advise on government contracting and financial management processes
Support ongoing and emerging program acquisitions and schedule management for DoD programs
Identify program execution issues and recommend actionable solutions
Draft presentation materials, status briefings, and strategic communication inputs
Perform analyses of program business cases and risk assessments
Serve as an advisor during technical evaluations and source selections
Requirements:
Minimum of 20 years of experience in acquisition management and planning within DoD or related environments
Strong understanding of ACAT I–III program management and milestone decision processes (pre-Milestone A through Milestone C)
Demonstrated expertise in developing acquisition strategies and supporting source selections
Knowledge of DoD contracting, budgeting, and financial management principles
Ability to lead diverse teams and work independently on high-visibility, time-sensitive tasks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Master’s degree in a related science or engineering field (e.g., systems engineering, software engineering) is required
Active TS clearance, SCI eligible with an in-scope security background investigation (T5 or SSBI) is required
U.S. citizenship is required
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences
Nice to have:
Previous experience as an evaluator/advisor on at least one source selection
Familiarity with Confluence and JIRA
Certifications: DAWIA/APDP Program Management Level III, PMP, and/or PgMP
Pentagon or major headquarters experience
Understanding of Congressional Defense Committees
What we offer:
Company Paid Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
Dental Insurance for employees and family members
Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
Group Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Travel Accident Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)
Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution