Strategic Acquisition Program Lead

Arenatechnologies; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking an Acquisition Program Manager - Senior/SME for the Space Systems Group in El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on strategic program governance, advisor to senior leadership, and enterprise-wide coordination across multiple portfolios.

Qualified candidates will have US citizenship with TS/SCI clearance and 10+ years in senior program management, with experience guiding complex defense and IT programs. Position requires on-site work in El Segundo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field required.
• 10+ years of senior level program management experience preferred.
• Ability to advise senior executives and drive enterprise-level decisions.

Responsibilities

• Shaping program strategy and governance for large, high-value programs.
• Advising senior leadership and government customers on critical decisions.
• Overseeing enterprise integration and risk management across portfolios.
• Leading major risk, dependency, and decision-analysis activities.
• Coaching senior PMs and cross-functional leads.
• Representing the organization in high-level forums and audits.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Executive advisory

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Program management tools

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking an Acquisition Program Manager - Senior/SME for the Space Systems Group in El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on strategic program governance, advisor to senior leadership, and enterprise-wide coordination across multiple portfolios.

Qualified candidates will have US citizenship with TS/SCI clearance and 10+ years in senior program management, with experience guiding complex defense and IT programs. Position requires on-site work in El Segundo.