Advanced Ground Systems SETA (Acquisitions) with Security Clearance

VTG GmbH; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG GmbH in Chantilly, VA seeks an Advanced Ground Systems SETA to guide acquisition lifetime from pre-award through performance management, with RF/SAR/EW familiarity. The role demands active TS/SCI clearance with Poly and extensive senior-level experience.

The position emphasizes drafting SOWs, developing RFPs/RFIs, and advising on source selections while coordinating program reviews in a security-cleared environment. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly required
• Bachelor's degree with 14+ years experience; Masters 12+; PhD/JD 9+
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong judgement and problem-solving
• Experience with acquisition lifecycle, program management, RF/SAR/EW domains

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute end-to-end acquisition lifecycle functions.
• Perform market research and technical evaluations.
• Develop acquisition strategies and program requirements.
• Draft SOWs, task orders, and solicitation artifacts.
• Develop RFPs and RFIs.
• Support source selections as an advisor.
• Track program reviews and manage CDRLs.
• Oversee award fee activities and contract execution.
• Identify risks and coordinate cross-team actions

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD or JD

Tools

Microsoft Office

Galaxy

Job description

Overview VTG is seeking an Advanced Ground Systems SETA, located in Chantilly, Va. What will you do? Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated value-added judgement on a full spectrum of activities from pre-acquisition through program execution and performance management. Familiarity with RF, SAR, EW is preferred.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute end-to-end acquisition lifecycle functions, including:
• Perform market research and tech evals
• Develop acquisition strategies/plans, program requirements, incentive arrangements
• Draft acquisition docs including but not limited to SOWs, Task Orders, and other required solicitation/contract attachments
• Develop RFPs and RFIs
• Develop Contractor Bidders' Library for supported acquisitions
• Proactive identification, assessment, and risk resolution associated with acquisition approaches and schedules
• Support source selections as an advisor
• Conduct program analysis and provide strategic recommendations
• Provide expertise and administering performance mgmt. activities
• Analyze and monitor requirements development, performance metrics, financial limitations, and schedules of awarded contracts/programs
• Recommend acquisitions and program management improvements
• Track and hold programmatic reviews of all developers' CDRLs
• Oversee and manage developer award fee activities and execution of contracts
• Identify and coordinate actions across the team Do you have what it takes? Required Qualifications: * Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
• Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience
• Interpersonal and communication skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations
• Judgement, Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Desired Qualifications: * STEM Bachelors highly desired * Familiarity using tools like Galaxy
• Familiarity with IAAs and MIPRS
• Previous NRO experience * Familiarity with SAR, RF, EW Clearance: * Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $100,000 - $195,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.