Strategic Acquisition Systems Engineer Prototype Programs

Description

SAIC is seeking an Acquisition Systems Engineer to support the Landmark AOS program, a flagship SETA contract enabling the NRO’s Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). GED leads the acquisition, integration, and modernization of mission‑critical ground systems across the full lifecycle.

As space and data‑driven missions evolve at unprecedented speed, GED is reimagining the future ground architecture. In this role, you will provide trusted acquisition and program management expertise to guide rapid R&D efforts, shape prototype development, and ensure the delivery of next‑generation capabilities essential to national security.

Key Responsibilities to include:

• Develop acquisition strategies and documentation in partnership with government technical and contracting teams to enable effective program planning and execution.
• Support prototype acquisition activities, including planning, solicitation, evaluation, award, and execution for IDIQ Task Orders, BAAs, and non‑traditional vehicles such as OTAs and CSOs.
• Draft core acquisition artifacts, including SOWs, CDRLs, In‑Scope Determinations, and proposal evaluation criteria.
• Monitor and support program financial execution, providing insight into budget planning and resource alignment.
• Coordinate transition of prototype capabilities into baseline programs for long‑term operations and maintenance.
• Provide acquisition advisory support during technical and cost evaluations, ensuring objective, mission‑aligned recommendations.
• Collaborate with technical teams to document requirements, assess technical solutions, and identify blockers impacting development progress.
• Track technical execution across development teams, ensuring alignment with acquisition strategy and program objectives.
• Support SAFe Agile program activities, contributing to planning, coordination, and iterative delivery processes.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience;
  Master’s degree and 3+ years;
  PhD and 0 years. Relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Active and Current Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.
• 3+ years of experience in government program management, contracting, or acquisition.
• Experience supporting the Intelligence Community.
• Familiarity with non‑traditional acquisition vehicles (IDIQ, BAA, OT, CSO).
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven success working within cross‑functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal, briefing, and communication skills, with the ability to engage government, SETA, FFRDC, and contractor stakeholders on complex technical and acquisition matters.