Senior Space Systems Program Acquisition Lead

SSI is seeking a Senior Space Systems Program Acquisition Lead to oversee the initiation and management of mission-critical government programs, located in Chantilly, VA.

This role requires a sophisticated understanding of government acquisition frameworks. The successful candidate will navigate the transition from program initiation to full-scale acquisition, ensuring that space-based capabilities are delivered with speed and technical precision.

• Space-Domain Acquisition:
  Manage the "cradle-to-grave" acquisition lifecycle for satellite systems, ground segments, or space-link architectures. Experience with the US Space Force (USSF) program acquisition is preferred.
• Strategic Planning:
  Develop and execute Acquisition Strategy Plans (ASP) tailored to rapid prototyping and Middle Tier of Acquisition (Section 804) pathways.
• High-Security Liaison:
  Coordinate directly with government Contracting Officers and Program Managers within restricted environments to ensure mission success.
• Requirement Analysis:
  Translate complex operational needs into actionable Performance Work Statements (PWS) and technical Requests for Proposal (RFP).
• Compliance:
  Maintain strict adherence to FAR/DFARS and specific USSF/SSC (Space Systems Command) acquisition instructions.

• 10 years of experience and 5 years of experience specifically supporting US Space Force, Air Force Space Command, or related space-system acquisition offices (e.g., SSC, SDA, DARPA).
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or Business field; DAWIA or FAC-C Level III certification in Program Management or Contracting is highly preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the federal procurement process and the JCIDS (Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System)
• Expert-level command of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) for briefing development and data management.
• TS/SCI clearance required.

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