Acquisition Support Front Office Acquisition and Strategic ; Lead – SME place El Seg

Acquisition Support -- Front Office Acquisition and Strategic Support (Lead) – SME

The SME-Level Front Office Acquisition and Strategic Support (Lead) performs a variety of acquisition management, planning, analysis, and strategic operations duties in support of the Space Systems Command (SSC) SYD 84 Missile Warning Ground and Integration programs (SYD 84/MT) at LA AFB, CA. This position directly supports the System Program Director (SPD) with acquisition and strategic planning and execution in support of Division-wide activities.

• In this role, you will provide strategic counsel to the SPD and other Division leaders as required on a range of issues from acquisition strategy, law, policy, financial management, and its implementation to meet strategic objectives.
• You will apply your experience, coupled with strategic and critical thinking skills, to successfully execute the SPD’s acquisition portfolio.
• You will interact with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and defense hardware contractors in the accomplishment of your duties.
• Responsibilities and tasks will also include:
  • Providing senior acquisition and execution support to the SPD.
  • Delivering SV integration and launch support to the SPD across the Division.
  • Providing strategic support to the SPD across the Division.
  • Ensuring programmatic support and alignment to the SPD across the Division.

• At least 15 equivalent years of experience performing Acquisition Management and Strategic activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high-visibility tasks.
• Knowledge of DoD budgetary principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs.
• Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance (required).
• Education:
  
  Master’s degree (MA/MS) in Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Operations Research, or related field is required.
• Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 DOE

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences.

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:

Company Paid

• Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members
• Dental Insurance for employees and family members
• Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability

• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)

• Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.

Tecolote’s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.