Technology Acquisition Specialist and Systems Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Technology Acquisition Specialist and Systems Engineer to blend technical insight with strategic program management for SATCOM modernization.

You’ll work with DoD acquisition program managers and industry partners to develop cutting-edge technology and integrate it into existing programs to meet mission needs. The role supports SBIR oversight and requires clear communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience supporting DoD acquisitions or project management for U.S. military programs
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, project management, and contract management
• Ability to manage multiple small projects and progress reports
• Ability to understand SATCOM requirements and their impact on missions
• Ability to communicate SATCOM solutions to stakeholders
• Ability to communicate with government clients, FFRDCs, and contractor teammates
• Ability to interact with senior military and civilian DoD personnel
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Secret clearance required or eligibility

Responsibilities

• Support DoD acquisition program managers and industry partners developing cutting-edge SATCOM technology
• Translate technical solutions into acquisition strategies and implementation plans
• Assist in oversight and management of SBIR and related R&D activities

Skills

Project management

Acquisition processes

SATCOM knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5+ years DoD acquisitions or tech startups

Master’s degree + 3+ years DoD acquisitions or tech startups

Job description

Technology Acquisition Specialist and Systems Engineer

The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in modernizing Satellite Communication (SATCOM) systems? You understand your customer’s environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to transition emerging technologies into acquisition programs makes you an integral part of delivering enhanced solutions to the warfighter. As a Technology Acquisition Specialist on our team, you’ll work with DoW acquisition program managers and industry partners developing cutting edge technology to bring innovative technical solutions to existing DoW programs. You’ll also participate in the development of new technologies by supporting government oversight of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR). You'll use your technical acumen to understand existing program needs and how emerging technologies can meet those needs. You'll use written and verbal communication to convey those solutions and implementation strategies to stakeholders. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience supporting or owning project management for U.S. military acquisitions, within organizations such as the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, or U.S. Navy
• Knowledge of U.S. military acquisition processes, project management, and contract management for system acquisition
• Ability to manage multiple small projects, including interfacing with the performing company’s management personnel, managing contracts, schedules, and progress reports, and continuously performing analysis to predict the likelihood of success within schedule and budget
• Ability to comprehend SATCOM technical requirements and their impact on the warfighter’s mission
• Ability to communicate to stakeholders how SATCOM technical solutions meet warfighter needs
• Ability to communicate and establish collaborative relationships with government clients, Federally Funded Research and Developmental Centers (FFRDC), and associate contractor teammates to achieve program goals
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior military and civilian personnel within a DoW environment
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience with DoW acquisitions or technology startups, or Master’s degree and 3+ years of experience with DoW acquisitions or technology startups

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in the management of science and technology (S&T) projects such as SBIR grants, federally-funded laboratory or academic research, venture capital funded technology or product development, or similar research and development (R&D) activities
• Knowledge of DoW budget planning and financial management processes
• Knowledge of military and commercial satellite-based communications systems, missions, and operations
• Knowledge of satellite navigation systems such as GPS, Galileo, or BeiDou
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• TS/SCI clearance
• PMP, INCOSE ASEP or CSEP, DoW Program Management Level-Practitioner or Advanced, or DoW Engineering and Technical Management Level-Practitioner Certifications
• Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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