Senior Acquisition Specialist

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.•Cocoa Beach, FL

31d•$130,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced Acquisition Specialist Level 3 to support the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission-critical acquisition efforts. In this role, you will support the acquisition lifecycle by conducting market research, developing acquisition strategies, assisting with Request for Proposal (RFP) development, and supporting technical and proposal evaluations. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong knowledge of DoD acquisition and procurement processes and experience supporting complex acquisition efforts in a mission-focused environment.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)
10+ years of relevant DoD experience supporting contracts, subcontracts, acquisition, or procurement activities
Demonstrated experience supporting the full acquisition lifecycle, including acquisition planning, solicitation development, evaluations, source selection, contract award, and post-award activities
Strong knowledge of Air Force and Space Force acquisition processes, policies, and practices
Working knowledge of risk management and the PPBE process
Experience supporting product development, science and technology programs, program offices, or similar defense acquisition environments
Strong understanding of the U.S. Space Force organizational structure, mission objectives, and stakeholder priorities
Experience communicating and coordinating with senior and executive-level DoD stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Master’s degree in a related field

Nice To Haves

Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification in Program Management or related functional areas
Project Management Professional certification

Responsibilities

Support complex Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Air Force, and U.S. Space Force acquisition activities throughout the acquisition lifecycle
Develop and support acquisition strategies, market research, evaluation criteria, contract requirements, and source selection activities
Integrate and evaluate cost, schedule, and performance requirements to support program objectives and acquisition decisions
Identify, assess, and mitigate program and acquisition risks to support successful program execution
Support Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities and associated acquisition planning
Provide acquisition expertise supporting product development and science and technology (S&T) programs, program offices, or similar DoD environments
Collaborate with program teams, government stakeholders, and senior leadership to support acquisition and procurement objectives