Of duties. The SSC/ BZ DAG is responsible for tracking and managing communication products, taskers, and the Directorate's highest priority efforts. This position interacts with SSC and BZ leadership and their staff on a daily basis. You will be in the premier space acquisition organization responsible for delivering space-based capabilities and effects to our warfighters and allied partners. Apply critical thinking and experience to develop solutions for our customer's most challenging issues. ... more details
Acquisition Analyst (SSC/BZ)
Job LocationsUS-CA-El Segundo
ID
2024-18624
Category
Program Analysis
Security Clearance Requirement
Secret
Type
Regular Full-Time
Level
Mid-level
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Space Systems Group, part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), which is one of the three designated USSF Field Commands. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations that are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower!
SPA has an immediate need for an Acquisition Analyst.
Responsibilities
Description of duties
The SSC/BZ DAG is responsible for tracking and managing communication products, taskers, and the Directorate’s highest priority efforts. This position interacts with SSC and BZ leadership and their staff on a daily basis. You will be in the premier space acquisition organization responsible for delivering space-based capabilities and effects to our warfighters and allied partners.
Apply critical thinking and experience to develop solutions for our customer’s most challenging issues.
Develop reports, briefings, and other communication products that summarize accomplishments, cost, schedule, technical performance risks, and issues.
Manage information requests, inquiries, and tasks through completion. This includes facilitating coordination with internal/external stakeholders and staffing products for review/approval to Directorate leadership.
Perform research and analysis that summarizes relevant issues, incorporates policy and guidance, addresses government, industry, and international partner perspectives to provide recommendations and/or potential courses of action.
Review, coordinate, and facilitate the security and policy review of information for public release.
Overview of the Position The Space Systems Command Space Systems Integration Office (SSC/BZ) is responsible for supporting and integrating current and future space acquisition programs, responding to warfighter requirements, evaluating emerging technologies, and communicating with international, commercial, and inter-agency partners. You will provide direct support to BZ leadership and their staff as a member of the Directorate Acquisition Group (DAG).
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain the top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Salary pay range: $140-$190K annually.
Qualifications
Required qualifications
• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field • 7 or more years of experience supporting Air Force, Space Force, and/or DoD acquisition programs • APDP level II certification and/or PMP certification or ability to obtain PMP certification • Experience using DoD, Air Force, and/or Space Force tools and applications • Expertise using MS Office applications and software • US Citizenship and possess an active DoD Secret clearance
Preferred qualifications
• Completion of a Master’s degree in a related field • 17 or more years of relevant experience • TS/SCI clearance • APDP level III certification and/or PMP certification
SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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