Acquisition Management

Tecolote Research; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, life insurance

100% Company funded Retirement Plans

Generous vacation, holiday, and sick pay plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Tecolote Research is seeking a talented SME Strategic Communications Analyst in El Segundo, California. The successful candidate will develop and implement communication strategies for the U.S. Space Force, ensuring compliance with DoD policies.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree and 15 years of experience in Federal Government acquisition, specifically within space programs. An active TS/SCI security clearance is also essential. The position offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Federal Government acquisition, including DoD or NASA.
• 5 years of recent experience in space programs is highly preferred.
• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies for the Space Sensing SET team.
• Draft communication materials for diverse audiences.
• Work with stakeholders to create communication plans.
• Provide support for high-level meetings and advise leadership.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Experience with DoD tools

Education

Master’s degree in Business, Management, Economics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics

Bachelor’s degree in math, engineering, or sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Task Management Tool (TMT)

Job description

Tecolote Research, Inc. is seeking a talented, self-driven individual for a position as a SME Strategic Communications Analyst to support the Space Sensing SET team. As a key member of the SET team supporting the Space Sensing Chief of Staff, you will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that comply with DoD and U.S. Space Force policies and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Frequently interact with Space Force/Air Force and DoD tools such as Task Management Tool (TMT) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to initiate, track, and close out taskers across directorate, SSC, and Space Force Command.
• The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong verbal and written communication skills, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

SET Member will

• Draft written and visual communication materials (e.g., program acquisition point papers, briefings, articles, press releases, and responses to Congressional, HHQ, and media Requests for Information) for diverse audiences while managing related business operations.
• Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to create communication plans and products that align with strategic objectives for space development programs and launch campaigns.
• Assemble and provide guidance on completing electronic Staff Summary Sheet (eSSS) packages.
• Communicate effectively with offices at all leadership levels (Directorate, Center, MAJCOM, Space Force, DoD).
• Provide support for PEO PMRs, All Calls, and other high-level meetings as needed.
• Advise leadership on the status of assigned deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills Required

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Federal Government acquisition, including work with agencies such as the Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, or NASA programs.
• At least 5 years of recent experience in space programs is highly preferred.
• Master’s degree in one of the following fields: Business, Management, Economics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics is required.
• An active DoD TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance
• 100% Company funded Retirement Plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance