Acquisition Management/DAG

BTAS, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

401K plan with company match

Federal holidays

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an individual for the role of Acquisition Management/DAG in El Segundo, CA. This position demands extensive experience in space programs, focusing on acquisition management and technical advisory tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and over 10 years of relevant experience, with excellent communication skills to interact with government organizations. A competitive salary range between $111,000 and $221,000 is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of relevant experience, particularly in support of space programs.
• Knowledge of mission-critical aspects of DoD space launch and ground sustainment projects.
• Ability to produce and review acquisition information for public release.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice for all projects supporting the acquisition life cycle.
• Advise on cost, schedule, and performance matters.
• Assist program managers to mitigate integration issues.

Skills

Acquisition management

Space programs

Cost and schedule analysis

Communication with government organizations

Education

MS degree

Tools

Comp Cost & Req Sys

MAR Reporting Software

Microsoft Office Suite

TMT

Job description

Overview

POSITION: Acquisition Management/DAG

LOCATION: El Segundo, CA/Flexible

REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS with SCI eligibility

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 with a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teaming partners to achieve common goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical advice and assistance for all projects and programs to support any stage of the acquisition life cycle.
• Support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities.
• Advise and assist the government on cost, schedule, and performance matters.
• Assist with management of the portfolio by providing information, advice, and recommendations for effective alignment of portfolio acquisitions, manpower, and funding.
• Advise and assist program managers to identify and minimize the likelihood of interface and integration problems.
• Coordinate and resolve issues and facilitate team communications, including coordinating resolution of program issues and facilitating effective integration of requirements and efforts with other acquisition and sustainment activities.
• Address both internal system interface issues 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 disconnects or deficiencies.
• Incorporate inputs from the force design, operational imperatives, combatant command integrated priority lists, and future force shaping products to deliver recommendations that enhance Government planning and capability.
• Advise and assist leadership in support of high visibility engagements, commitments, and taskers, including at the congressional level.
• Draft, review, coordinate, and process program acquisition information suitable for public release to industry, media, trade publications, and other program stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires MS degree and more than 10 years’ relevant experience/status, as follows:
• 15 years of extensive, relevant experience including duties/assignments specifically in support of space programs.
• Understanding of mission-critical aspects of acquisition and DoD space launch, ground and sustainment, and associated projects.
• Independently performs all functional duties, even of the lower labor categories, and requires no additional functional training.
• Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force, Space Command, processes and procedures as related to their functional responsibility; ability to speak/write Air Force and Space Acquisition terminology appropriately.
• Relevant areas of expertise limited to the following: Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics.
• Specialized tools experience: Comp Cost & Req Sys, MAR Reporting Software, Microsoft Office Suite, TMT.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position advises and assists program managers to identify and minimize the likelihood of interface and integration problems. The person in this position coordinates and resolves issues and facilitates team communications. Tasks include coordinating resolution of program issues and facilitating effective integration of requirements and efforts with other acquisition and sustainment activities. This may include internal system interface issues, as well as external interface issues with multiple Government or mission partner organizations.

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.

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: $111,000–$221,000

Benefits / EEO

BTAS benefits include a comprehensive program with paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match for all full-time employees.

AA P / 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.