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Senior Acquisition Lead Security Clearance
Job in
El Segundo, Los Angeles County, California, 90245, USA
Listed on 2026-06-17
Listing for:
Astrion
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-17
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview Senior Acquisition Lead
LOCATION:
El Segundo, CA (On-site) JOB STATUS:
Full Time CLEARANCE:
Secret (active or ability to obtain)
SALARY: $162,000 - $190,000 Astrion is seeking a Senior Acquisition Lead to join our MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) team, supporting the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC). This role provides senior-level expertise in acquisition strategy, contracting, budgeting, and program execution for next-generation satellite communications (SATCOM) systems. As a trusted advisor to government leadership, you will shape acquisition strategies, guide source selections, resolve program risks, and deliver actionable recommendations that drive mission success.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
* Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain).
* Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
* 12+ years of acquisition/program management experience in DoD programs.
* Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, contracting, and financial management.
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with ability to brief senior leaders.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
* Experience managing ACAT I-III programs.
* Prior role as an advisor/evaluator in a source selection.
* Familiarity with Confluence, JIRA, and modern collaboration tools.
* Certifications:
DAWIA/APDP Program Management Level III, PMP, or PgMP.
* Experience with MILSATCOM systems (AEHF, EPS, WGS, Tactical SATCOM, COMSATCOM).
* Experience working with military and DoD civilian clients. RESPONSIBILITIES
* Advise government program managers and senior Space Force leaders on acquisition strategies, contracting, and budgeting.
* Provide expertise in software and space system acquisition, including classified ACAT programs.
* Develop and coordinate documentation for Defense Acquisition Boards, source selections, and solicitation planning (RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs, etc.).
* Lead and mentor acquisition and systems engineering professionals.
* Conduct schedule management, risk assessments, and business case analyses for DoD programs.
* Draft and deliver briefings, reports, and strategic communications to leadership.
* Identify program execution challenges and propose strategic solutions. #cj
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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