Senior Acquisition Analyst

QinetiQ US; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US in Fort Meade, MD, seeks a seasoned acquisition professional to support the US Space Force’s COMSATCOM Office. You will work with HQ USSF leadership, translate mission needs into actionable procurement plans, and drive performance-based acquisition outcomes with a highly collaborative team.

Eligible candidates bring 8+ years in Federal or DoD acquisition, a Secret clearance, and strong FAR Subpart 7.1 knowledge, with excellent communication skills and readiness for on-site engagements

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Federal or DoD acquisition experience.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Knowledge of FAR Subpart 7.1 and acquisition planning.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to support on-site meetings in the National Capital Region.

Responsibilities

• Advise HQ USSF leadership on acquisition strategies.
• Liaise between HQ USSF contracting office and mission users.
• Lead or support acquisition plans and milestones.
• Coordinate with systems engineers to confirm requirements.
• Assess procurement strategies for feasibility and compliance.
• Develop performance metrics and PBAs.
• Draft acquisition documents for CO review.
• Prepare clear communications and briefs.
• Communicate with senior leaders and industry reps.
• Track procurement milestones and schedule risks.
• Support industry engagement and pre-award Q&A.

Skills

FAR Subpart 7.1

MS Office

Written and verbal communication

Customer service orientation

On-site meeting support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Join us in our support to the US Space Force (HQ USSF) Commercial Satellite Communication (COMSATCOM) Office (CSCO), where you will help shape the future of assured, resilient SATCOM for our warfighters and mission partners. As a key member of a highly collaborative, mission-focused team, you will apply your expertise to help deliver innovative commercial SATCOM capabilities, integrate a transformative COMSATCOM business model into the broader SATCOM enterprise, and translate complex operational needs into effective, affordable solutions. In this role, you will work directly with COMSATCOM customers and stakeholders, providing trusted guidance, insightful analysis, and clear recommendations that drive real-world impact in a rapidly evolving space domain. Job duties include:

Responsibilities

• Advise HQ USSF leadership and COMSATCOM stakeholders on acquisition strategies as commercial satellite communications markets, business models, and mission needs evolve.
• Serve as the principal liaison between the HQ USSF contracting office and mission users to ensure acquisition requirements are fully captured and translated into actionable procurement planning.
• Lead or support development of acquisition plans in accordance with FAR Subpart 7.1, including acquisition milestones, contract type considerations, source-selection approaches, and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with systems engineers and technical teams to confirm that technical requirements are achievable, supportable, and aligned to acquisition objectives.
• Assess procurement strategies for feasibility, schedule realism, regulatory compliance, and mission effectiveness in accordance with FAR and related guidance.
• Develop performance metrics and performance-based acquisition elements to support measurable contractor outcomes and stronger contractual accountability.
• Draft acquisition documentation and contractual modification support packages for Government Contracting Officer review and action.
• Prepare clear, timely, and well-organized written communications, acquisition documents, briefings, and stakeholder correspondence.
• Communicate effectively with senior leaders, contracting officials, engineers, and external industry representatives across multiple organizational levels.
• Track procurement milestones, identify schedule risks, and help ensure acquisition actions remain on timeline through award and execution.
• Support Government engagement with industry, including industry days, responses to questions, requests for clarification, and other pre-award communications.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Federal or Department of War acquisition supporting pre-award and/or post-award activities.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Active Secret security clearance required. #qinetiqclearedjob
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAR-based acquisition planning, including FAR Subpart 7.1 acquisition plan development and milestone coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare acquisition documentation and communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to support Government mission priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to support on-site client meetings with the National Capital Region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting program or project management operations in a defense or national security environment.
• Knowledge of COMSATCOM provider business models, commercial SATCOM acquisition approaches, and related market considerations.
• Experience with satellite systems and SATCOM requirements-based planning, service provisioning, or enterprise communications support.
• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Relevant professional certification such as Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM), or equivalent acquisition-related credential.
• Active TS/SCI eligibility or clearance preferred. #qinetiqclearedjob

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $100,000- $140,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

Company EEO Statement

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.