Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist

nLogic; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Benefits: medical, dental, vision

Job summary

nLogic in El Segundo, CA is seeking an experienced Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to support DoD MILSATCOM programs. You will develop acquisition strategy, prepare planning documents, and lead milestone activities within a collaborative SE&I environment.

Join a team interfacing with government civilians, contractors, and USSF to enable successful MILSATCOM system deployment. Requires DoD policy expertise, DoD 5000.85/87 familiarity, and an active security clearance.

Qualifications

• Current in-scope Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years in government weapon systems acquisitions or DoD contracts.
• Experience leading ACAT I DoD acquisition programs through milestones.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition policies and DoDI 5000.85/87.
• Ability to collaborate with DoD customers and stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Advise PMs on acquisition strategy, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution.
• Draft and coordinate program planning documents per DoD frameworks.
• Support ASP, RFI/Market Research, Milestone and contract deliverable work.
• Lead and coordinate acquisition activities for planning/execution events.
• Prepare status reports, coordinate staff and technical meetings, develop schedules.
• Provide assessments of contractor design reviews, identify risks and issues.
• Coordinate program elements, staffing and funding discussions with government.

Skills

Secret clearance

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Cloud architecture

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Job description

_n_Logic is seeking an experienced Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA. In this role, you will use your experience with DoD 5000.85 and DoD 5000.87 and ACAT I to support acquisition strategy development, prepare and coordinate key program planning and execution documents, lead milestone and planning activities, assess contractor performance, and provide comprehensive programmatic guidance to enable successful execution of next-generation MILSATCOM systems.

You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution
• Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies.
• Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software
• Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events
• Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings
• Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements
• Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures

Required Qualifications

• Must currently possess a current, in-scope Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years’ experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense
• Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program
• Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Top Secret Clearance
• Master’s degree
• Ground systems acquisition experience
• MILSATCOM experience
• Systems engineering experience
• Certifications in DoD acquisition
• Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP)
• Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases

Work Conditions

• Work Model: Onsite in a secure facility
• Travel: Minimal
• Work Hours: Standard work hours

Why_n_Logic

At _n_Logic, we support mission-focused defense and space efforts that have real-world impact. Our teams work collaboratively alongside government and industry partners to deliver high-quality, mission-focused solutions.

As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), our employees directly share in the success of the organization, creating a culture of accountability, ownership, and long-term investment in our work.

We offer a stable environment with opportunities to develop new skills, take on meaningful responsibilities, and contribute to efforts that support national security and advanced technologies.

Summary of Benefits

_n_Logic offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); and professional development support.

Position Details

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must currently possess an active Secret clearance
• This role is performed on-site in El Segundo, CA
• Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $99,700 to $118,500

Equal Opportunity Employer

_n_Logic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.