Acquisition Specialist

BTAS, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off

401(k) plan with generous company match

Job summary

A woman-owned small business in California is seeking an Acquisition Specialist to provide space acquisitions and engineering support. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience handling cost estimation for government programs and an MA, MS, or MBA degree. Key responsibilities include advising on project stages and revising acquisition documentation. The position offers competitive compensation with an expected salary ranging from $144,000 to $250,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience handling cost estimation for classified government programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of program financial management.
• Highly knowledgeable in the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process.

Responsibilities

• Provide space acquisitions and technical advice for all project stages.
• Revise or draft acquisition documentation for government program managers.
• Identify improvement areas in acquisition processes.

Skills

Cost estimation

Program financial management

Risk management

Earned Value Management

DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process

Education

MA, MS, or MBA degree

Job description

Position

Acquisition Specialist

Location

El Segundo, CA

Security Clearance

Active TS with SCI eligibility

Position Type / Work Hours

Full time, 40 hours

Opportunity

The Space Systems Command (SSC) plays a critical role in advancing the United States' space capabilities by 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 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 across the entire acquisition life cycle, ensuring the United States Space Force (USSF) and its partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ‑BC programs and other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations, helping shape the future of space operations and contribute 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 for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities and are committed to delivering excellence to our customers while providing employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical advice for all project stages in the acquisition life cycle. Support acquisition efforts for advanced technology, concept development, and integration. Advise on cost, schedule, and performance.
• Revise or draft Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documentation for government program managers. Support presentations to stakeholders. Documentation includes Initial Capability Documents, Interface Control Documents, Capability Development/Production/Requirements Documents, Milestone documentation, Acquisition Strategies, Analysis of Alternatives, Concept of Operations, Memorandums of Agreement/Understanding, Technical/Systems Requirement Documents, Defense Acquisition Board documentation, and more. Develop work using the latest government guidance (e.g., MIL‑STD).
• Provide draft SME‑level technical and/or programmatic status reports for individual programs or portfolios as requested by the government program manager.
• Identify improvement areas in acquisition processes. Provide actionable recommendations for risk reduction and assist in maintaining a government risk program, including risk identification and mitigation planning.
• Support the government program manager in managing commitments, obligations, and expenditures of funds. Perform earned value management and schedule analysis for defense contracts. Provide Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) support including congressional reporting, fiscal year planning, continuing resolution management, unfunded requirement development and submittal, end‑of‑year funding actions, and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development. Offer expertise during Integrated Baseline Reviews/Business Financial Reviews to assess defense contractor cost and schedule performance.
• Maintain awareness of current program schedules, monitor acquisition implementation, report requirement shortfalls, and provide program assessments based on identified risks. Combine program execution data with baselines to maintain accurate acquisition reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15 years of experience handling cost estimation for classified government programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of program financial management for an ACAT‑like weapon system program, including fiscal year planning, continuing resolution management, unfunded requirement development and submittal, spring execution reviews, end‑of‑year funding actions, and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) development, and Earned Value Management.
• Highly knowledgeable in the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process.
• The person in this position must be an SME Recognized Industry Leader.
• MA, MS, or MBA degree required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise the work of others.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and 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% of the time.

Travel

Little if any travel is required.

Other Duties

Notice: 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

Full‑time, salary, exempt position. Expected annual salary: $144,000 – $250,000, contingent on experience, education, certifications, training, and specialized skills.

Benefits

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

EEO Statement

BTAS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.