Senior DoD Acquisition Lead for Space Force Programs

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Military Differential

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC seeks an experienced Acquisition Specialist Level 3 to support the United States Space Force. You will lead and support complex DoD acquisition activities, develop strategies, and contribute to source selections across the acquisition lifecycle.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of DoD experience, TS/SCI eligibility, and advanced degrees. You will work with government stakeholders and program offices in a mission-focused environment, with strong emphasis on risk

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 10+ years of DoD experience supporting contracts, subcontracts, acquisition, or procurement activities.
• Experience across the full acquisition lifecycle: planning, solicitations, evaluations, source selection, award, post-award.

Responsibilities

• Support complex DoD, USAF, and USSF acquisition activities across the lifecycle.
• Develop acquisition strategies, market research, evaluation criteria, and source selection activities.
• Integrate cost, schedule, and performance requirements to support program objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program and acquisition risks.
• Support PPBE activities and acquisition planning.
• Provide acquisition expertise for DoD DoD programs and S&T initiatives.
• Collaborate with program teams and senior DoD leadership.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

DoD acquisition experience

Acquisition lifecycle knowledge

PPBE process knowledge

Risk management

Senior stakeholder communication

Clearance eligibility for SCI

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC seeks an experienced Acquisition Specialist Level 3 to support the United States Space Force. You will lead and support complex DoD acquisition activities, develop strategies, and contribute to source selections across the acquisition lifecycle.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of DoD experience, TS/SCI eligibility, and advanced degrees. You will work with government stakeholders and program offices in a mission-focused environment, with strong emphasis on risk