Senior Acquisition Strategist - SATCOM & Defense

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

Job summary

QinetiQ US, a world-class defense technology company, seeks a Senior Acquisition Analyst to support the US Space Force Commercial Satellite Communications Office. You will apply FAR-based planning, coordinate with stakeholders, and craft acquisition strategies that enable reliable, cost-effective SATCOM capabilities for warfighters and mission partners.

Responsibilities include leading acquisition milestones, liaising with HQ USSF and industry, and delivering clear procurement documentation in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Federal or Department of War acquisition.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Knowledge of FAR-based acquisition planning, including FAR Subpart 7.1.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to support Government mission priorities.
• Ability to support on-site meetings with the National Capital Region.

Responsibilities

• Advise HQ USSF leadership and COMSATCOM stakeholders on acquisition strategies as markets evolve.
• Serve as liaison between HQ USSF contracting office and mission users to translate requirements into procurement plans.
• Lead or support development of acquisition plans in accordance with FAR Subpart 7.1, including milestones and source-selection approaches.
• Coordinate with systems engineers to ensure technical requirements are achievable and aligned to acquisition objectives.
• Assess procurement strategies for feasibility, schedule realism, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop performance metrics and performance-based acquisition elements.
• Draft acquisition documentation and contractual modification packages for review and action by Government officials.
• Prepare clear, timely communications and stakeholder correspondence.
• Communicate with senior leaders, contracting officials, engineers, and external industry representatives.
• Track procurement milestones and manage timeline risks.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Office software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

QinetiQ US, a world-class defense technology company, seeks a Senior Acquisition Analyst to support the US Space Force Commercial Satellite Communications Office. You will apply FAR-based planning, coordinate with stakeholders, and craft acquisition strategies that enable reliable, cost-effective SATCOM capabilities for warfighters and mission partners.

Responsibilities include leading acquisition milestones, liaising with HQ USSF and industry, and delivering clear procurement documentation in a