Astrion · 20 hours ago
Acquisition Strategy and Documentation Principal
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $170K/yr
15+ years expAstrion is seeking an Acquisition Strategy and Documentation Principal in the C3I and Infrastructure Division, which provides enterprise support to various Air Force installations. The role involves developing acquisition strategies, supporting program management reviews, and ensuring effective communication of program documentation.
ManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.2, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force to provide strategic and tactical program planning (short-term, mid-term, and long-term plans) in furthering system mission capabilities
Have knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs
Have the knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what is within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and pursue alternative courses of action
Must be able to work proactively, with minimal supervision, and effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.)
Be able to plan, researches analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment; formulates plans and recommends innovative and effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives. The Contractor collaborates with a diverse group of multi-MAJCOM stakeholders to determine specific needs and requirements and to counsel within the expertise area, to include oversight and task execution utilizing leadership, teamwork, and diplomacy
The individual plans, schedules and facilitates a variety of exchanges and meetings with the program office team, stakeholders, and industry to understand program requirements and emerging commercial technologies which may address warfighter capability gaps
In the course of planning for a new ACAT I program, the individual shall formulate, recommend, and draft the proper acquisition strategy and associated statutory and regulatory ACAT I documentations in a timely and effective manner
The individual will support all Acquisition Strategy reviews, develop supporting documentation, and support the Government in development and review of draft RFP documents and RFP documents
The individual shall support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e., DAES, MAR, etc.)
Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and IMP/IMS reviews
The individual shall be able to support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management
Qualification
Required
Must be a US citizen
Must have an active Top Secret level Clearance
Education: MA/MS and 15 years of experience, 10 years of which must be in the DoD OR a BA/BS and 20 years of experience, 10 of which must be in the DoD
Have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.2, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force to provide strategic and tactical program planning (short-term, mid-term, and long-term plans) in furthering system mission capabilities
Have knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of acquisition programs
Have the knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what is within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and pursue alternative courses of action
Must be able to work proactively, with minimal supervision, and effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.)
Be able to plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment; formulates plans and recommends innovative and effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives
The Contractor collaborates with a diverse group of multi-MAJCOM stakeholders to determine specific needs and requirements and to counsel within the expertise area, to include oversight and task execution utilizing leadership, teamwork, and diplomacy
The individual plans, schedules and facilitates a variety of exchanges and meetings with the program office team, stakeholders, and industry to understand program requirements and emerging commercial technologies which may address warfighter capability gaps
In the course of planning for a new ACAT I program, the individual shall formulate, recommend, and draft the proper acquisition strategy and associated statutory and regulatory ACAT I documentations in a timely and effective manner
The individual will support all Acquisition Strategy reviews, develop supporting documentation, and support the Government in development and review of draft RFP documents and RFP documents
The individual shall support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e., DAES, MAR, etc.)
Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and IMP/IMS reviews
The individual shall be able to support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management
Possesses the advanced knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field and possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and mid-level personnel within the technical/professional discipline
Will demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures, and practices in their area of expertise. (Program Office, Enterprise, and Staff Level Support interface)
Possesses experience in identifying acquisition strategy issues and proposing alternative solutions
Demonstrated experience in assisting with strategic level issues and ability to work independently as well as a team member under tight deadlines with changing priorities
Possesses proven leadership, team building, strategic planning, and organizational development skills
Possesses pertinent experience with an ACAT I level program, including development of new programs with the Acquisition community
Possesses pertinent experience in the development of RFP documentation and support of Acquisition Strategy reviews
Demonstrate experience in packaging and presenting briefings for senior level reviews
Have experience initiating and managing high visibility programs
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
Program control and Program Execution Group experience highly desirable
Company
Astrion
Astrion is a provider of mission support and advanced engineering services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
David Zolet
Chief Executive Officer
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Senior Vice President, Transformation
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