Acquisition Support Specialist

ENSCO•El Segundo, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ENSCO is seeking an Acquisition Support Specialist to work directly with Government mission leaders and independently governed program teams delivering elements of a critical space mission capability. The role builds trusted relationships and shared technical evidence to align organizations that may have differing architecture visions, acquisition paths, technical baselines, funding profiles, and delivery schedules. The position supports the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort, providing systems engineering and integration support to the Space Force’s Space Systems Command in its acquisition of military satellite communications systems. These systems provide global, secure, survivable, and protected communications for warfighters. The successful candidate will work collaboratively on small teams using modern tools and methodologies to integrate complex space and ground communications systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense.
Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through a major milestone for an ACAT I program.
Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes, and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans.
Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers.
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Active DoD Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Ground systems acquisition experience.
MILSATCOM experience.
Systems engineering experience.
DoD acquisition certifications.
Systems engineering certifications such as INCOSE ESEP or CSEP.
Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence, cloud architecture systems, and relational and non-relational databases.
Active Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Advise program and project managers on acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting, and execution.
Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents in accordance with DoDI 5000.02, the Acquisition Framework, DoDI 5000.85, DoDI 5000.87, and applicable Air Force and local unit instructions and policies.
Support development of the ASP, RFI and market research, RPP, milestone statutory and regulatory requirements, statements of work, compliance and reference documents, contract deliverable requirements lists, and rights in technical data and software.
Lead and coordinate acquisition activities in preparation for planning and execution events.
Prepare periodic status reports; coordinate and conduct periodic staff and technical interchange meetings; and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings.
Assess contractor design planning and execution reviews for progress, risks, issues, and ability to meet mission requirements.
Coordinate, staff, and monitor program elements; advise and assist government customers regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures.