Odyssey Systems · 2 hours ago
Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME
Hanscom AFB, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
20+ years expOdyssey Systems is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem. They are seeking an experienced Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME to provide strategic and tactical acquisition program planning and documentation support for high priority mission capabilities within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s C3I and Infrastructure Division.
ConsultingProject ManagementTechnical Support
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive acquisition and program management support aligned to DoDI 5000.02, including strategic and tactical program planning (short-term, mid-term, and long-term) in support of mission capability execution
Support program leadership by applying qualitative and quantitative techniques to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity
Assist the Program Manager in assessing performance against schedule, budget, and risk baselines, recommending viable solutions, and developing Courses of Action (COAs) to address program challenges
Support development and alignment of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) with program execution activities, including coordination with Purple Team Assessment testing and other supporting events
Research, analyze, and assess development, production, and deployment activities associated with network and equipment upgrades, recommending innovative strategies to meet cost, schedule, performance, and Zero Trust testing objectives
Develop and deliver high-quality acquisition and program documentation, including briefings, documents, plans, schedules, program status updates, and senior leader materials
Collaborate with a diverse group of multi-MAJCOM, program office, and HNI stakeholders to determine requirements, resolve scheduling conflicts, identify gaps, and provide proactive solutions
Plan, schedule, and facilitate exchanges and meetings with the program office team, stakeholders, and industry to understand requirements and emerging commercial technologies that may close warfighter capability gaps
Support planning and execution for new ACAT I programs by formulating, recommending, and drafting acquisition strategies and associated statutory/regulatory documentation in a timely and effective manner
Support all Acquisition Strategy reviews, develop supporting documentation, and provide support for Government development and review of draft RFP and final RFP documentation
Support development of acquisition reports including statutory and regulatory reporting such as DAES and MAR
Support program management reviews, senior-level meeting/reviews, and IMP/IMS reviews, including preparation and packaging of senior-level briefing materials
Track and report on Zero Trust security performance metrics (desired), ensuring leadership has clear visibility into program progress and capability outcomes
Leverage experience and judgment to independently execute tasks, oversee junior and mid-level team members, and support high-visibility program activities under tight deadlines and shifting priorities
Qualification
Required
Must be a US citizen
Must have and be able to maintain an Active Secret clearance
BA/BS degree
20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD
Comprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles, policies, and practices aligned to DoDI 5000.02
Expert-level experience supporting ACAT I acquisition strategy development and associated statutory/regulatory documentation
Experience supporting development, review, and coordination of RFP documentation, including draft and final RFP packages
Knowledge of acquisition reporting requirements, including DAES, MAR, and other regulatory reports
Proven experience aligning IMP/IMS, schedules, budget, and risk baselines to drive execution outcomes
Experience developing COAs and schedule alignment with test events, including Purple Team Assessments
Familiarity with Zero Trust (ZT) initiatives and desired familiarity with NIST Zero Trust Architectures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work proactively with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated experience developing executive-level briefings and documentation
Skilled at collaborating across a diverse group of multi-MAJCOM stakeholders and program office leadership
Proven ability to apply leadership, teamwork, and diplomacy to facilitate discussions, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to support strategic-level issues while operating effectively as both an independent contributor and a team member
Preferred
Advanced Degree (MA/MS)
15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD
Program Control and Program Execution Group (PEG) experience highly desirable
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Tricare supplement
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Learning and development benefit
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Odyssey Systems
Odyssey Systems is a consultancy that offers acquisition, project management, medical research, technical support and training.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matthew Kasberg
Chief Executive Officer
Bobby King
Vice President Operations
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