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Odyssey Systems · 1 week ago

Acquisition Contracting SME

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

20+ years exp

Odyssey Systems is seeking multiple highly experienced Acquisition Contracting Subject Matter Experts (SME) to support the U.S. Space Force and the Golden Dome program. This role involves providing strategic contracting and acquisition guidance across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle, focusing on complex defense contracts that support national security objectives.

ConsultingProject ManagementTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide expert acquisition and contracting support for Space Force programs, particularly under the Golden Dome initiative

Draft, review, and advise on procurement documentation including RFPs, acquisition strategies, Justifications & Approvals (J&As), Source Selection Plans, and Contracting Officer Determinations

Advise program managers and government contracting officers on contract type selection, evaluation criteria, and negotiation strategies

Ensure all acquisition packages comply with relevant regulations including FAR, DFARS, DoDI 5000.02, and Space Force-specific acquisition policies

Support pre-award, award, and post-award contracting actions across a range of contract types (FFP, CPFF, IDIQ, OTA, etc.)

Mentor junior acquisition staff and facilitate knowledge sharing across functional teams

Interface regularly with government clients to ensure alignment of acquisition strategies with mission goals

Contribute to acquisition planning documentation, milestone reviews, and programmatic briefings

Qualification

FAR/DFARS expertiseDoD acquisition policyContracting processesDegreeLeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Required

Must be a US citizen

Must have and be able to maintain an active TS/SCI level clearance

Master's Degree in related field

20 years of directly related experience

Expert in Federal, DoD, Air Force, and SSC contracting processes and procedures

Demonstrated ability to lead all aspects of any contract action required by the program office, including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications, and award or incentive fee management