POSITION: Senior Acquisition Lead
LOCATION: El Segundo, CA
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS with SCI eligibility
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours

THE OPPORTUNITY:
Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense's (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation's space assets.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Technical and Acquisition Support
  • Assist with space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical support throughout the acquisition life cycle.
  • Support program acquisition for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration.
  • Advise on cost, schedule, and performance matters.
• Develop and Revise Acquisition Documentation
  • Draft and update Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documents.
  • Support document presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with latest government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD).
• Prepare Technical and Programmatic Reports
  • Provide subject matter expert (SME)-level status reports on programs or portfolios.
• Identify and Recommend Process Improvements
  • Analyze and suggest acquisition process enhancements.
  • Develop risk mitigation plans and maintain a government risk program.
• Financial and Schedule Analysis Support
  • Assist with program funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures.
  • Perform earned value management and schedule analysis.
  • Support Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE), including congressional reporting and fiscal planning.
  • Provide expertise for Integrated Baseline Reviews/Business Financial Reviews.
• Monitor Program Execution and Risks
  • Track program schedules and acquisition implementation.
  • Report requirement shortfalls and assess risks.
  • Maintain and update acquisition reports.
• Support Technical Engagements
  • Advise on technical meetings, design reviews, conferences, and working groups.
  • Assist with integrated product teams and establish customer/contractor interfaces.
• Assist with Source Selections
  • Support source selection activities in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
  • Help develop source selection documentation and proposal evaluations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly knowledgeable in acquiring highly classified ACAT-like space control systems
• Highly knowledgeable in developing and coordinating all activities and documentation required to support ACAT-like Defense Acquisition Boards
• Highly knowledgeable in developing and coordinating all activities and documentation required to support a major source selection for an ACAT-like program
• Highly knowledgeable in the fields of Air Force contracting and Air Force financial management
• Demonstrates ability to lead a team of acquisition and systems engineering professionals to support ongoing and emerging program acquisitions
• Highly knowledgeable in schedule management of DoD programs
• Experienced with CCAR
• Experienced with MS Project
• At least 10 years' experience in this type of position or program is required. MA/MS degree required; however, a BA/BS degree is acceptable if the candidate possesses at least 12 years of experience in this type of position or program. The Materiel Leader may also waive the MA/MS requirement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise the work of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

TRAVEL:
Little if any travel is required.

OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:

BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.

SALARY RANGE: $143,000 - $250,000

BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.