Major Systems Acquisition Specialist

Saic; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saic is seeking a Major Systems Acquisition (MSA) Specialist in Sterling, Virginia, to join their dynamic team and provide critical customer support on key development efforts. The ideal candidate will develop and coordinate MSA program documents, facilitate stakeholder reviews, and guide program acquisitions.

Candidates must have a TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and at least 9 years of related experience, ideally with DOD or IC programs. Strong multitasking and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and poly.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in DoD or IC MSA efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, draft, and coordinate program documents.
• Facilitate program quarterly reviews.
• Guide program acquisitions through governance processes.

Skills

Customer support

Program planning

Technical interchange

Stakeholder coordination

Multitasking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Major Systems Acquisition (MSA) Specialist to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is to be part of a dynamic team where your expertise and solution-oriented mindset will contribute towards mission success. If you thrive in a fast-paced and innovative environment with the goal of driving projects to success, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a candidate who will:

• Develop, draft, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents in support of MSAs
• Facilitate program reviews (including program wide quarterly reviews) coordinating and compiling inputs from a large number of stakeholders
• Participate in technical interchange meetings with customer program and vendor stakeholders
• Guide and support program acquisitions through formal governance and oversight processes
• Develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
• Provide program element coordination among various stakeholders
• Act with initiative and flexibility to work both individually and in a team environment with limited oversight
• Anticipate and address customer requirements

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and poly in order to be considered for this role
• Bachelor's Degree, or commensurate experience may be substituted for the degree
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in DoD or IC MSA efforts or comparable ACAT I/II programs
• Strong familiarity with Milestone Decision Authorities and System Review Boards
• Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in order to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to multi-task and produce high-quality deliverables within given deadlines.
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project

Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent business-related discipline
• 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years of experience supporting MSA or comparable ACAT I/II efforts
• Ability to travel 10% of the time