Aquisition Support | Program Management

Tecolote Research, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Travel Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Pension Plan

ESOP

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tecolote Research, Inc. seeks a Mid/Senior-Level Acquisition and Program Management Support Analyst to deliver expert acquisition support to Senior Program Managers in Capability Development programs.

Based in the SSC Space Systems Command context, the role covers pre- and post-contract award activities and strategic communication product development. Responsibilities include formulating acquisition products, preparing for key stakeholder reviews, and ensuring compliance with DoD regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.
• 7+ years of experience in Acquisition Management and Planning in DoD or related settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert acquisition support to Senior Program Managers across the lifecycle.
• Advise on pre- and post-contract award activities and develop strategic communication products.
• Evaluate procurement documentation for policy compliance and develop acquisition strategies.
• Prepare PMRs, PSRs, and respond to Congressional inquiries as needed.
• Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting materials.

Skills

Acquisition management

Program management

DoD budgeting principles

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Acquisition regulations

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in math, engineering, business, or the sciences

Job description

The Mid/Senior-Level Acquisition and Program Management Support Analyst provides direct, expert acquisition support to Senior Program Managers (SPMs) within the Capability Development programs across their entire lifecycle. Operating in support of the Space Systems Command (SSC) SYD 89/SY LA AFB, CA, you will advise and manage pre- and post-contract award execution activities and develop key strategic communication products.

• In this role, you will play a critical role in assisting the formulation of acquisition products and preparing for key stakeholder reviews to including PMRs, PSRs, and Congressional inquiries.
• You will evaluate program solicitation documentation, such as acquisition strategy, systems engineering plan, IMP, IMS, and CDRLs for adherence to policy/guidance
• You will recommend program acquisition strategies and perform market research
• You will interact with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and defense hardware contractors in the accomplishment of your duties
• You will assist in the oversight of recurring reporting requirements to ensure full contractor compliance
• Responsibilities and tasks will also include:
  • Providing product development and execution support for pre- and post-contract award
  • Assisting in the development of PMR, QPR, Staffer Day, and POM support materials
  • Developing and maintaining program strategic communication products
  • Maintaining required monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting requirements

Skills Required

• At least 7+ equivalent years of experience performing Acquisition Management and Planning activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena
• Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high-visibility tasks
• Knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences required

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000/Year, DOE

Education

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

Full-Time

SecurityClearance

Senior-Level

On-site

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

Health & Welfare

Company Paid

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability

Voluntary

• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

Retirement

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Time Off

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.