Senior Space Acquisition & Strategy Lead

Anser; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

ANSER is seeking an experienced Acquisition Manager / DAG Chief to provide senior-level acquisition management and advisory support to the Space Systems Command (SSC). You will align acquisition strategies, resources, funding, contracts, and milestones across space programs and advise Government leadership.

You will serve as a trusted advisor, delivering strategic analysis, actionable recommendations, and cross-functional coordination to support program execution from planning through

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• 20+ years of relevant professional experience in DoD space programs.
• PMT 4010 certificate (or predecessor).
• Experience supporting complex DoD acquisition programs, preferably ACAT I/II in space.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, strategy, and life-cycle sustainment.
• Proficiency with DoD tools: C&RS, MAR, MS Office, TMT.

Responsibilities

• Advise SSC/SZ leadership on acquisition strategy, planning, and portfolio management.
• Assess alignment of acquisition activities with mission priorities.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze acquisition forecasts and program milestones.
• Identify gaps and risks; coordinate resolution with Government stakeholders.
• Prepare executive briefings and acquisition documentation.

Skills

20+ years exp

Acquisition leadership

DoD liaison

Strategic analysis

Education

Master's degree (MA/MS)

PMT 4010 certificate

Tools

C&RS

MAR reporting

MS Office

TMT

Job description

ANSER is seeking an experienced Acquisition Manager / DAG Chief to provide senior-level acquisition management and advisory support to the Space Systems Command (SSC). You will align acquisition strategies, resources, funding, contracts, and milestones across space programs and advise Government leadership.

You will serve as a trusted advisor, delivering strategic analysis, actionable recommendations, and cross-functional coordination to support program execution from planning through