POSITION: Senior Acquisition Manager / Specialist
LOCATION: National Capital region
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 space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical advice and assistance for projects and programs at any acquisition life cycle stage.
• Support program acquisition for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration.
• Advise and assist on cost, schedule, and performance issues.
• Revise or draft Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documentation for government program managers.
• Support presentation of products to internal and external customers.
• Develop documentation using latest government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD).
• Provide draft SME-level technical and/or programmatic status reports as requested.
• Identify improvement areas in acquisition processes and recommend actionable changes.
• Assist in building and maintaining government risk programs.
• Support government program manager in managing commitments, obligations, and expenditures.
• Perform earned value management and schedule analysis for defense contracts.
• Provide Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) support including congressional reporting and fiscal year planning.
• Offer subject-matter expertise for Integrated Baseline Reviews/Business Financial Reviews.
• Maintain current awareness of program schedules and monitor acquisition implementation.
• Report requirement shortfalls and provide program assessments based on identified risks.
• Advise on technical engagements such as technical interchange meetings and design reviews.
• Assist integrated product teams and establish customer and contractor interfaces.
• Assist government in executing source selections subject to FAR 9.505-4.
• Coordinate functional meeting requests and develop source selection documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA/MS degree is required.
• Individual must be an SME Recognized Industry Leader.
• Must be highly knowledgeable in acquiring highly classified ACAT-like space control systems.
• Must be highly knowledgeable in developing and coordinating all activities and documentation required to support ACAT-like Defense Acquisition Boards.
• Must be highly knowledgeable in the PPBE process and headquarters staffing process.
• Must be highly knowledgeable in the fields of Department of the Air Force financial management.
• Must demonstrate ability to lead a team of acquisition and systems engineering professionals to support ongoing and emerging program acquisitions.
• Tradeoffs can be made with regard to PM level 4. A PM level 3 is adequate as long as the candidate is an industry leader. Additionally, an MS is preferred, but a BS is adequate as long as the candidate is an industry leader.

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: $189,000-$225,000

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.