Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist

Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science, and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide. ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains. ENSCO Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety, and security to governments and private industries worldwide. We are seeking a Strategic Senior Acquisition Support Specialist. You will join the Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. This position is on-site at El Segundo, CA. Some of the job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution Develop, draft, tailor, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD Instructions (DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87), AF, and local unit instructions and policies Support the development of the ASP, RFI/Market Research, RPP, Milestone Statutory and Regulatory requirements, Statement of Work, Compliance and Reference Document, Contract Deliverable Requirements List, and Rights in Technical Data and Software Lead and coordinate all acquisition activities in preparing for Planning/Execution events Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate, and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design planning/execution reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures Qualifications Required 5+ years’ experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and/or contracts management within the Department of Defense Experience leading DoD acquisition programs through major milestone for an ACAT I program Demonstrated understanding of DoD acquisition policies and processes and ability to apply DoD policies to program plans Demonstrated knowledge of DoDI 5000.85 and DoDI 5000.87 Demonstrated ability to work effectively with DoD customers Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION, FOR WHICH YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN Qualifications Desired Ground systems acquisition experience MILSATCOM experience Certifications in DoD acquisition Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP) Familiarity with Agile development, Jira and Confluence tools, cloud architecture systems as well as relational and non-relational databases Top Secret security clearance Required Certifications: None US Citizenship Required: Yes Security Clearance Required: Secret Employment Type: Regular Full-time Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required: None Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No Salary Range

$99,000 - $155,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement This position may require the ability to access U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please refer to the appropriate Department of Homeland Security guidance. At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive. Export Control and Licensing This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non U.S. person may require an export license from the U.S. Government. ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability Voluntary Self-Identification of Veteran Status For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema #J-18808-Ljbffr ENSCO, Inc.