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Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist

El Segundo, California, United States

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

ENSCO, Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety, and security to governments and private industries worldwide. 
 
We are seeking an experienced Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist to join the Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. The candidate will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. The candidate 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 Air Force’s Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and 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. This position is on-site in El Segundo, CA. Some of the job responsibilities include but are not limited to: 
 
- 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 sustainment objectives and perform engineering analysis and system-level assessments for decision support at various meetings 

Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science
- 7+ 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
- Must be able to demonstrate engineering principles and concepts
- Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
- AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION, FOR WHICH YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

Qualifications Desired:
- Masters 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
- Top Secret Clearance
 
 

Work Location Type: On-Site
Required Certifications: None
U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type:  7 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: None
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range

$144,000 - $181,000 USD

 

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At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

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