Job Acquisition Program Analyst, SME (SATCOM) - SAF/SQS (Space Acquisition)

Acquisition Program Analyst, Sme-SatcomOBXtek is looking to fill a position on our Staffing and Technical Acquisition Services Support II (STAQSS II) contract for the Headquarters Air Force. This opening is for an Acquisition Program Analyst, SME-SATCOM who will support the Space Program Directorate (SQS), which directs, plans, and programs research, development, procurement, and fielding of preeminent space capabilities for the US and our allies.SAF/SQ is responsible for acquisition policy, direction and management of a $28 billion annual budget of Space Force research and development, test, production and modernization programs. Guides 7,000 worldwide acquisition personnel in the management of over 60 major acquisition programs in mission areas including Satellite Communications; Space Launch; Position, Navigation, and Timing; Missile Warning; Remote Sensing; Space Domain Awareness; Offensive and Defensive Space Control; and Space Command and Control. Formulates the $145 billion Space Force investment strategy for acquiring systems, supplies and services to provide combat capability to joint warfighting commanders. Further, SAF/SQ is responsible for planning and coordinating the acquisition processes and coordinating architecture integration of independently acquired systems within the DAF and across the Armed Forces. Additionally, SAF/SQ has overall responsibility for space architectures and integration of space capabilities, in collaboration with the Chief of Space Operations (CSO), as well as space policy issues for the DAF; advises the Space SAE on the acquisition of space systems and programs; oversees and directs the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (SpRCO), Space Systems Command (SSC), and Space Development Agency (SDA) (including any future evolutions of such organizations) with respect to space architectures and capability integration; chairs the Space Acquisition Council (SFAC) (upon confirmation and appointment); and is a member of the Air Force Council, Space Force Council, Capability Development Council, Special Programs Oversight Committee (SPOC), and other policy/governance bodies related to its core missions. SAF/SQ CLINs shall be separated in options years from the other Core personnel as there exists a possibility of descope due to Space Force maturation and implementation of Space Force contracting shops/vehicles.The tasks for this position include:Supporting HAF budget preparation and defense, SAE oversight and decision-making activities, PEO program execution and oversight efforts of space systems.Maintaining and analyzing planning, scheduling, and management data.Studying, analyzing, and providing recommendations on requirements, space acquisition strategies, program documentation, program phase transition plans, supplemental information, and program execution.Providing impartial assessments of approaching milestone decisions and of prime Contractor technical and operational issues on programs within the oversight of SAF/SQ.Researching and analyzing program trends, identifying issues, and recommending solutions.Making recommendations on the allocation of funding, establishment of program goals, objectives, and schedules, and the formulation of program direction.Tracking for compliance with stated program direction and identify issues.Identifying and researching programmatic issues and tradeoffs in terms of required capabilities, costs, and schedules.Reviewing and providing recommendations on existing and proposed Air Force space acquisition and capability area policies and implementation.Reviewing and evaluating the impact of national, DoD, JCS, and civil government policies and activities that affect Air Force acquisition programs and capability areas.Maintaining historical Air Force space program documentation and developing summary documents/briefings and training material.Providing short notice, quick-reaction analyses of critical programmatic issues in the context of Congressional, OSD Staff, Joint Staff, HQ USAF, MAJCOM, coalition, and international activities.Preparing PPBE documentation to ensure they accurately articulate the current program requirements using IDECS database.Monitoring and reporting Program Obligations and Expenditures using CRIS database.Monitoring and reporting program spend plans and status using Executive Comprehensive Cost and Requirement System (CCARS) database.Monitoring and reporting Available and Planned Program Funding using ABIDES database.Supporting the HAF review process - AFROCs, JWCAs, DABs, Congressional cycle, ASPs, AFRBs, CSBs, GAO reports, etc.Performing the Secretariat function for ASPs, AFRBs, and CSBs.Reviewing and documenting MDR and FOIA requests.Reviewing capability area analysis and comparing current and programmed capabilities/scenarios to determine and clarify Air Force space system acquisition requirements.Monitoring on-going studies, analyses, and developmental work relevant to space systems.Supporting program-specific efforts like CONOPS development, CDD, CPD, IER, and requirements working groups.Any other tasks closely associated with the performance of duties listed above and as coordinated with the COR.*This position is 100% onsite 5 days per week at the Pentagon.QualificationsActive Top Secret/SCI ClearanceMaster's degree in a Business or Engineering discipline.15 years of DOD acquisitions experience or operational space experience.SATCOM program knowledge/experience highly desiredFamiliarity with the following software programs: IDECS, PBES, CCaRs, CRIS, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, and MS Excel.Security ClearanceTop Secret with SCI eligibilityCompany InformationHeadquartered in McLean, Virginia and founded in 2009, OBXtek is a fast-growing leader in the government contracting field. Our mission is Our People…Our Reputation. Our people are trained professionals who enhance our customers' knowledge and innovation using technology, collaboration, and education.We offer a robust suite of benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, matching 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement plans and much more.As a prime contractor for 93% of our current work, OBXtek pairs lessons learned across disciplines with industry standard quality practices such as CMMI-Dev Level III, ITIL, 6Sigma, PMI, and ISO. Our rapid growth has been recognized by INC500, the Washington Business Journal, and Washington Technology Magazine.OBXtek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.*MON