Sr. Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead

Senior Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead | Solutions Architecture & Supply Chain Engineering | Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly Required

Are you a seasoned procurement and finance operations leader with the systems engineering depth to see beyond transactional workflows and architect innovative solutions to complex mission challenges? We are looking for a uniquely qualified, strategically minded professional ready to bridge the worlds of procurement, financial operations, and engineering in direct support of a high-profile government program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Senior Procurement & Finance Engineering Operations Lead, you will serve as the operational backbone and strategic mind behind the program's procurement and financial infrastructure. You will oversee end-to-end procurement processes, manage vendor relationships and contract life cycles, and ensure rigorous financial controls across all transaction types - including cash and crypto where applicable. But this role goes beyond traditional procurement leadership.

You will bring Solutions Architecture and Supply Chain Engineering expertise to the table, evaluating alternatives, conducting analyses, and recommending forward-looking solutions that align with mission requirements, program timelines, and total cost of ownership. Your ability to see the full picture - connecting procurement decisions to mission outcomes - will make you an indispensable partner to leadership and cross-functional teams alike.

WHAT

WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance:
  Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) required - candidates without an active clearance will not be considered
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Experience:
  
  10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, finance operations, or vendor management; combined with 10+ years in systems engineering, with demonstrated experience as a Solutions Architect or Supply Chain Engineer

Core Responsibilities &

Required Skills:

• End-to-End Procurement Management:
  Proven ability to oversee the full procurement lifecycle - supplier selection, negotiations, purchase order management, and contract administration - with sound judgment on escalating complex or high-risk procurement actions
• Financial Operations & Controls:
  Demonstrated experience managing financial transactions with accuracy and compliance, including reconciliation, documentation, and reporting across diverse transaction types (including cash and crypto where applicable)
• Contract & Vendor Management:
  Track record of managing contract renewals, tracking vendor obligations, and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery - including hands‑on vendor engagement for system troubleshooting and issue resolution
• Procurement & Finance Documentation:
  Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, purchasing guidelines, renewal calendars, and financial tracking templates that drive consistency and reduce operational risk
• Spend Analysis & Operational Improvement:
  Ability to monitor spending trends, identify cost‑saving opportunities, highlight budget variances, and implement improvements that enhance procurement efficiency and financial visibility
• Analysis of Alternatives (AoA):
  Demonstrated experience evaluating new technology and engineering solutions, conducting structured analyses of alternatives, and providing well‑documented recommendations based on requirements, adoption timelines, and total cost
• Solutions Architecture & Supply Chain Engineering:
  Ability to assess the broader mission picture, identify innovative solutions to complex program challenges, and bring engineering‑informed thinking…