Senior DoD Acquisition Lead, Space Systems

Saic; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC's Horizon program seeks an Acquisition Specialist to support Space Systems Command weapon system portfolios from our El Segundo, California office. The role focuses on advising PMs, planning and budgeting, and ensuring program milestones align with DoD processes.

Required are a business-related degree with extensive DoD acquisitions experience, strong briefing/writing skills, and readiness for sensitive clearance and polygraph processes. Target salary range is compatible with senior roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or related discipline with 14+ years in DoD acquisitions or contracts.
• Or master’s degree with 12+ years of applicable DoD acquisition/Contracts experience.
• Experience with DoD Major Capability Acquisition System process.
• Knowledge of Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System.
• Experience in Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution.
• Authored SOWs, CDRLs, award fee plans, evaluations, etc.
• Strong briefing and writing skills; leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Security: T5/SSBI, SCI eligibility; CE; willingness for polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Advise PMs on acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution.
• Prepare status reports, coordinate meetings, and develop acquisition plans and briefings.
• Draft program planning documents per DoD policies and rapid prototyping guidelines.
• Assess contractor design milestones, risks, and ability to meet mission requirements.
• Coordinate program elements, funding commitments, and monthly financial reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Program management

Problem-solving

Briefing skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or related discipline

14+ years in DoD acquisitions/program management

Job description

SAIC's Horizon program seeks an Acquisition Specialist to support Space Systems Command weapon system portfolios from our El Segundo, California office. The role focuses on advising PMs, planning and budgeting, and ensuring program milestones align with DoD processes.

Required are a business-related degree with extensive DoD acquisitions experience, strong briefing/writing skills, and readiness for sensitive clearance and polygraph processes. Target salary range is compatible with senior roles.