Senior Space Acquisition & Programs Lead

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Senior Acquisition Manager in El Segundo, CA to support Space Force programs. You will manage cost, schedule, and performance of DoD acquisitions, coordinate high-visibility tasks, and advise leadership on deliverables.

The role requires active TS/SCI eligibility, 15+ years of experience, and a Bachelor’s degree. You will interact with Space Force and DoD stakeholders, prepare briefings, and maintain calendars and task tracking.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligibility required.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Support Space Force acquisition activities for Space Force programs in El Segundo, CA.
• Manage cost, schedule, and performance of DoD acquisitions.
• Consolidate technical and programmatic inputs from stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Directorate Leadership and external offices.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning skills

Budgeting skills

Programming skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, or Statistics

Tools

TMT

MS Office Suite

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Senior Acquisition Manager in El Segundo, CA to support Space Force programs. You will manage cost, schedule, and performance of DoD acquisitions, coordinate high-visibility tasks, and advise leadership on deliverables.

The role requires active TS/SCI eligibility, 15+ years of experience, and a Bachelor’s degree. You will interact with Space Force and DoD stakeholders, prepare briefings, and maintain calendars and task tracking.