Position Description & Qualifications

Serco is seeking aSenior Acquisition Executive Advisorto provide strategic leadership and high-impact advisory support across Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition and sustainment organizations.

This role supportslarge-scale, enterprise-level weapon system portfolios, delivering expertise in acquisition strategy, program execution, sustainment, and modernization. The candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to senior government leaders, including PEOs, Senior Materiel Leaders, and Flag/SES leadership, ensuring effective delivery of critical warfighter capabilities.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leadingmulti-billion-dollar aviation or defense portfolios, managing geographically dispersed teams, and integrating acquisition, engineering, sustainment, and international program elements across complex DoD environments.

In this role, you will:

• Provide executive-level advisory support onacquisition strategy, program execution, and portfolio managementfor major defense programs
• Support oversight ofACAT I/II weapon system programs, including modernization, sustainment, and production efforts
• Advise government leadership onprogrammatic risk, cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Lead or supportenterprise-level portfolio analysis, investment strategy, and resource alignment
• Facilitate coordination acrossprogram offices, engineering teams, sustainment organizations, and international partners
• Support development and execution ofstrategic plans, acquisition roadmaps, and capability delivery strategies
• Provide guidance onforeign military sales (FMS), coalition operations, and international program coordination
• Review program documentation, acquisition artifacts, and governance materials to assessprogram health and readiness
• Deliverexecutive-level briefings and decision supportto senior DoD and multinational leadership
• Supportorganizational transformation initiatives, workforce development strategies, and performance improvement efforts
• Lead or mentor integrated product teams (IPTs) supporting mission-critical acquisition programs

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Active TS/SCI Security clearance
  • U.S Citizenship
• Masters degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience inDoD acquisition, program management, or senior operational leadership
• Demonstrated experience leading:
  • Large-scale defense acquisition portfolios ($1B+ programs)
  • Integrated program teams (IPTs) with 100+ personnel
  • Multi-site or geographically distributed organizations
• Experience supportingAir Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), PEO organizations, or equivalent
• Deep knowledge of:
  • DoD acquisition lifecycle (DoDI 5000 series)
  • Sustainment and modernization of major weapon systems
  • Program governance and milestone decision processes
• Proven ability to adviseSES, General Officers, and senior acquisition leadership
• Experience supportinginternational programs, coalition operations, or FMS efforts
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Former Senior Materiel Leader (SML), Division Chief, or PEO-level equivalent experience
• DAWIA Level III certifications in Program Management, Systems Engineering (SPRDE), or Test & Evaluation
• Experience supporting major aircraft programs (e.g., mobility, fighter, or training aircraft portfolios)
• Experience leadinglarge acquisition organizations within AFMC or equivalent commands
• Background inportfolio analysis, business integration, or enterprise program oversight
• Experience supportingjoint, interagency, or intelligence community organizations

Technical & Functional Expertise

• DoD Acquisition Lifecycle (ACAT I-III programs)
• Portfolio & Investment Management
• Weapon System Sustainment & Modernization
• Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leadership
• Risk, Cost, and Schedule Management
• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) & International Programs
• Organizational Transformation & Workforce Strategy
• Executive-Level Decision Support

Core Competencies

• Executive Leadership & Strategic Vision
• Enterprise Program Management
• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
• Complex Problem Solving
• Organizational Alignment & Integration
• Communication & Executive Briefing

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [redacted].