Acquisition Management

BTAS, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

401K plan with generous company match

Job summary

A woman-owned small business is seeking an Acquisition Management professional in El Segundo, CA. The role involves providing technical advice, managing program acquisitions for space systems, and supporting various government and military initiatives. The ideal candidate should hold an MA/MS degree with extensive experience in space programs, and the position offers a competitive salary range of $114,000–$260,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in acquisition management, with 5 years in space programs.
• Ability to manage high visibility engagements and congressional tasks.
• Expertise in Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Science, Technology, or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice for space acquisitions and engineering.
• Support program acquisition efforts and address cost and schedule issues.
• Coordinate team communications with multiple organizations.

Skills

Research skills

Technical advice

Cost performance analysis

Portfolio management

Communication skills

Integration problem-solving

Education

MA/MS degree

Job description

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POSITION: Acquisition Management

LOCATION: El Segundo, CA

REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret

POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States\'s space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense’s (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation’s space assets.

WHO WE ARE:

BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities.

We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical advice and assistance for projects and programs at any stage of the acquisition life cycle
• Support program acquisition efforts in advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities
• Advise and assist the government on cost, schedule, and performance issues
• Assist with portfolio management by providing information, advice, and recommendations to align acquisitions, manpower, and funding effectively
• Advise and assist program managers in identifying and minimizing interface and integration problems
• Coordinate and resolve issues to facilitate team communications, including internal and external interface issues with multiple government or mission partner organizations
• Maintain, update, and analyze the acquisition forecast to ensure it is current and consistent, identifying any discrepancies or deficiencies
• Incorporate inputs from force design, operational imperatives, combatant command integrated priority lists, and future force shaping products to enhance government planning and capability
• Advise and assist leadership in managing high visibility engagements, commitments, and tasks, including at the congressional level
• Draft, review, coordinate, and process program acquisition information for public release to industry, media, trade publications, and other stakeholders, ensuring no release without government approval

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA/MS degree is required.
• Requires 15 years’ experience in this type of position or program, of which five years must include duties/assignments specifically in support of space programs.
• Individual must be able to perform the following kinds of functions, including but not limited to performing in-depth research, reconciling complex data/information across multiple systems and reports, interpreting information to generate multiple recommended courses of action, building staffing packages, comprehending and applying concepts/guidance, effectively implementing instructions/policies into routine performance, and developing tools/applications to foster efficiency in day-to-day activities.
• Relevant areas of expertise are limited to Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position may supervise the work of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

TRAVEL:

Little if any travel is required.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:

BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.

SALARY RANGE:$114,000–$260,000

BTAS BENEFITS:

A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.

AAP / EEO STATEMENT:

BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.