Senior Acquisition Strategist – DoD Space Force (TS/SCI)

Galapagos Federal Systems

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 140,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Military Differential

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced Acquisition Specialist Level 3 to support the US Space Force and DoD acquisition programs. You will conduct market research, assist with RFP development, and support evaluations across the acquisition lifecycle.

A TS/SCI clearance and 10+ years of related DoD experience are required. The position emphasizes collaboration with program offices and senior DoD leadership to align strategies with mission objectives and budgetary constraints.

Qualifications

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI).
10+ years of DoD acquisition experience supporting contracts, subcontracts, acquisition, or procurement activities.
Experience across full acquisition lifecycle including planning, solicitation development, evaluations, source selection, contract award, and post-award activities.
Strong knowledge of Air Force and Space Force acquisition processes, policies, and practices.
Working knowledge of risk management and the PPBE process.
Experience supporting product development, S&T programs, program offices, or similar DoD environments.
Strong understanding of the U.S. Space Force organizational structure and priorities.
Experience communicating with senior and executive DoD stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Support complex DoD, USAF, and USSF acquisition activities throughout the lifecycle.
Develop and support acquisition strategies, market research, evaluation criteria, contract requirements, and source selection.
Integrate and evaluate cost, schedule, and performance requirements to support objectives.
Identify, assess, and mitigate program and acquisition risks.
Support PPBE activities and acquisition planning.
Provide acquisition expertise for product development and S&T programs.
Collaborate with program teams and government stakeholders to meet objectives.