Senior Acquisition Lead

Overview

Astrion is seeking a Senior Acquisition Lead to join their MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) team, supporting the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC).

Responsibilities

• Advises government program managers and senior Space Force leaders on acquisition strategies, contracting, and budgeting.
• Provides expertise in software and space system acquisition, including classified ACAT programs.
• Develops and coordinates documentation for Defense Acquisition Boards, source selections, and solicitation planning (RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs, etc.).
• Led and mentors acquisition and systems engineering professionals.
• Conducts schedule management, risk assessments, and business case analyses for DoD programs.
• Drafts and delivers briefings, reports, and strategic communications to leadership.
• Identifies program execution challenges and proposes strategic solutions.

Requirements

• 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).

Qualifications

• 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.