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Tecolote Research · 2 months ago

Subject Matter Expert (SME) Acquisition Management and Planning Analyst

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $155K/yr

20+ years exp

Tecolote Research, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled professional to assist government leadership in managing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio related to combat power and space domain awareness. The role involves creating program plans, evaluating portfolio performance, and providing strategic recommendations to support national security initiatives.

AerospaceSoftware

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responding to internal and higher headquarters tasking in the creation of Program plans, organizational culture change management, organizational strategic plans, facility and resource management, and other special tasks provided by the leadership

The analyst will also be required to coalesce data of multiple classifications to assess portfolio performance, aid in integration of the portfolio, and provide strategic messaging

This is a critical opportunity to influence decision-making at the highest levels of the Department of Defense and directly support programs essential to national security

Evaluate and support development of program documentation to include; acquisition strategies, systems engineering plans, Integrated Master Plans and Contract Data Requirements Lists for adherence to DoD and Air Force/Space Force policies and guidance

Perform market research and provide acquisition strategy recommendations

Advise and assist in organizing and establishing Integrated Product Teams

Analyze progress against program plan and schedule

Provide program integration advice and assistance

Develop strategic plans and devise process improvement strategies and execution

Evaluate program plan for compliance with applicable DoD and Air Force/Space Force policies and guidance

Draft and prepare written communication materials to include; program acquisition point papers, briefings, articles, media releases, communication plans, and responses to requests for information

Qualification

Acquisition managementSpace acquisition programsDoD policiesGuidanceData analysis techniquesStrategic planningAnalytical skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationProblem-solving abilities

Required

At least 20 equivalent years of experience performing acquisition management and planning activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena

Ten (10) years shall include duties/assignments specifically in support of space acquisition programs

Knowledge of various quantitative techniques used to analyze data, develop models, interpret results and brief senior level DoD leadership

Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high visibility tasks

In depth knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution cycle of the Department of Defense

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs

US citizenship (required)

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences

Preferred

Master's degree in management, Business, Acquisition, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Engineering, and Operations Research

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance (w/SCI Eligibility preferred)

Benefits

Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members

Dental Insurance for employees and family members

Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)

Group Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Travel Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Annual Leave

Bereavement Leave

Holidays

Jury Duty/Witness Leave

Military Leave

Sick Leave