Space Acquisition Lead (TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper Solutions; El Segundo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Program Acquisition Specialist to support SSC in El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on acquisition, budgeting, contracting, and program management across space programs delivering advanced warfighting capabilities.

The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in DoD acquisition/PM, and knowledge of JCIDS/PPBE processes. Master’s degree and PMP are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with in-scope investigation and SCI access.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, Technical Management, or related field.
• 5+ years DoD acquisition, PM, and/or contracts management experience.
• Experience with acquisition strategies, plans, J&A packages, and exec briefings.
• Knowledge of DoD Major Capability Acquisition, JCIDS, and PPBE processes.
• Prior government acquisition or SETA experience; government-side preferred.
• Master’s degree, PMP, and NS Space/Space Control experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise PMs and stakeholders on acquisition strategies, execution, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Develop acquisition plans, J&A packages, briefings, and program documentation per DoD rules.
• Support contractor design reviews and milestone reviews assessing progress and risks.
• Track funding commitments, obligations, expenditures, and monthly financial reporting.
• Coordinate staff meetings and cross-functional communications.
• Maintain planning documents supporting rapid prototyping and space initiatives.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

DoD acquisition experience

Program management

Contract management

Leadership & communication

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering/Technical Management

Master’s degree

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Program Acquisition Specialist to support SSC in El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on acquisition, budgeting, contracting, and program management across space programs delivering advanced warfighting capabilities.

The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in DoD acquisition/PM, and knowledge of JCIDS/PPBE processes. Master’s degree and PMP are preferred.