Acquisition Specialist SME

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionENSCO Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety, and security to governments and private industries worldwide. We are seeking an experienced Space Systems Acquisition Specialist SME to support Space Systems Command Battle Management Command, Control, and Communications (SSC/BC) portfolio. The position is available in El Segundo, California.Duties include but are not limited to:- Perform space acquisitions and technical advice and assistance for all projects and programs, as required, to support any stage of the acquisition life cycle.- Assist with management of the portfolio by providing information, advice, and recommendations for the effective alignment of portfolio acquisitions, manpower, and funding- Support development and implement acquisition strategies- Oversee high-value or high-risk procurement projects- Lead cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive procurement efforts- Develop policies and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the acquisition process- Perform in-depth research, reconcile complex data/information across multiple systems and reports, interpret information to generate multiple recommended courses of action, build staffing packages, comprehend and apply concepts/guidance, effectively implement instructions/policies into routine performance, and develop tools/applications to foster efficiency in day-to-day activities.- Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings.Qualifications Required (Skills)- MS/MA with a minimum of 20 years of experience supporting space programs- Deep understanding of mission critical aspects of acquisition and DoD space launch, ground and sustainment and associated projects.- Deep knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force, Space Command, processes and procedures as it relates to their functional responsibility and speak/write Air Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately- Relevant expertise in at least two of the following: Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics- Experience with Comp Cost & Req Sys, MAR Reporting Software, Microsoft Off Suite, & TMT- Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and writing) skills.- Must have experience in using critical thinking to prepare written reports and presentations for decision makers.- MUST HAVE AT A MINIMUM, A CURRENT SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE, FOR WHICH YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION IF YOU DO NOT MEET THIS REQUIREMENT.Qualifications Desired- Experience with space systems acquisition, development, integration, and/or operations of DoD or other Agency (NRO, NSA, NASA, etc.)- PMP#LI-MM1Division DescriptionFor more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.We foster top science and engineering talent, cultivating the ideas of our employees and customers to deliver leading-edge R&D, products, and services to create an environment where employees can tackle our customers' most difficult problems in creative ways.Learn more about ENSCO: www.ensco.comStrength in DiversityENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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