Senior Acquisition Support Specialist with Security Clearance - El Segundo, United States - Axient

    Axient
    Axient El Segundo, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Axient - SPACE Overview Axient is seeking a Tactical Senior Acquisition Support Specialist with DoD and DoD and ACAT I experience to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

    Responsibilities You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications.

    We support the Space Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation's warfighters.

    Due to classified nature, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility (no remote).


    Qualifications Responsibilities:

    • Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution
    • Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI and DoDI , AF, and local unit instructions and policies.
    • Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software
    • Draft the CCA Compliance Report IAW latest version of Air Force Manual 33-407, Air Force Clinger-Cohen Act Compliance Guide.
    • Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Milestone events
    • Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
    • Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design/milestone reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements
    • Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures as well as drafting and supporting delivery of program funding documentation and monthly financial reports

    Required Skills and Experience:

    • BS in technical field, such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science
    • 7+ years' experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense
    • Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans
    • Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program
    • Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI and DoDI
    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers
    • Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
    • US Citizenship and an active DOD Secret required to be considered for the position.

    Preferred Skills and Experience:

    • MS degree
    • Certifications in DoD acquisition
    • Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
    • Space acquisition experience
    • MILSATCOM experience
    • Systems engineering experience
    • Top Secret clearance Must meet applicable COVID safety requirements and protocols #CJ #CJ