Astrion · 1 day ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Acquisition Management / Strategic Planning Analyst
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $230K/yr
15+ years expAstrion is seeking a highly skilled professional to assist the government Flag level Director/Deputy Director with Acquisition Management and Strategic Planning Support in the Space Systems Command Space Systems Integration Office. The role involves supporting strategic functions, evaluating program compliance, and providing acquisition strategy recommendations essential to national security.
ManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support all SSC/BZ Strategic Cell functions
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 but not limited to 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
Provide acquisition strategy recommendations
Advise and assist in organizing and establishing Integrated Product Teams
Analyze progress against program plans, schedules and budgets
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, creation of Staffing packages
Qualification
Required
At least 15 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 government support Contractor arena; the 15 years must include duties/assignments specifically in support of space acquisition programs at a senior to SME level
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in management, Business, Acquisition, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Engineering, and Operations Research, is required
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance w/SCI and SAP eligibility required
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
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
Astrion
Astrion is a provider of mission support and advanced engineering services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Zolet
Chief Executive Officer
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Senior Vice President, Transformation
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