Senior Acquisition Program Manager

Location: El Segundo, CA | Clearance: TS/SCI | Travel: Not required | Supervision: No supervisory responsibilities | Contingent upon contract award

About the role

SABG is seeking a Senior Acquisition Program Manager to provide acquisition management and program support to U.S. Space Force organizations. The position supports the Government's "Engine Room" and Strategy Cell by analyzing acquisition and program information, coordinating actions across stakeholders, supporting program execution, and developing decision-quality products for Government leadership. Work spans functional and organizational boundaries to identify issues, assess impacts, track actions, and support timely execution of acquisition priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition management and program analysis support for complex DoD space programs
• Support the Government's Engine Room and Strategy Cell in coordinating acquisition activities, priorities, taskers, and program actions
• Analyze acquisition, programmatic, financial, schedule, performance, and requirements information to identify trends, issues, risks, and potential impacts
• Research and synthesize large amounts of information into concise summaries, briefings, reports, and other decision-support products
• Track and coordinate workflow taskers, suspense dates, action items, and deliverables across Government organizations and mission partners
• Support acquisition planning, program execution, requirements development, and cross-functional coordination
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders, contractors, and mission partners to obtain information, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with program objectives
• Prepare and review acquisition documentation, correspondence, briefings, reports, spreadsheets, and executive-level decision materials
• Support the development of recommendations and courses of action by evaluating program information, identifying potential solutions, and assessing associated impacts
• Assist with monitoring program cost, schedule, performance, funding, contracting, and requirements activities
• Support senior Government leadership with timely analysis, status updates, and decision-quality information
• Utilize Government acquisition, cost, requirements, reporting, and task-management systems to support program activities
• Perform other acquisition management and program analysis duties as required to support the mission

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in management, business, economics, finance, accounting, mathematics, science, technology, engineering, statistics, or a related field
• 20+ years of relevant experience supporting acquisition, program management, business management, or operations activities, preferably within the DoD or space domain
• PMT 4010 Certificate (or predecessor course), demonstrating qualification to support DoD ACAT I and II acquisition programs
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and the mission-critical aspects of space launch, ground, and sustainment programs
• Experience analyzing and synthesizing complex program or acquisition information and communicating findings to Government stakeholders
• Experience coordinating taskers, action items, deliverables, and suspense requirements across multiple organizations
• Experience developing briefings, reports, spreadsheets, executive summaries, and other acquisition or program management products
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition, cost, requirements, and reporting systems and processes
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively using appropriate DoD and Space Force acquisition terminology
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to identify issues, assess impacts, and develop actionable recommendations

Skills

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; reads and interprets written information
• Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires trust; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules tasks; develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism: Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect regardless of status; accepts responsibility; follows through on commitments
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); proficiency with Government acquisition, cost, requirements, reporting, and task-management systems as required
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on data

Physical Demands

Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, write, and type on a computer. Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities include close vision. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. Noise level is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay

Salary range: $190,000–$207,000. Compensation is determined based on role requirements, education, certifications, skills, experience, geographic location, and market conditions; final compensation based on specific qualifications and circumstances of each candidate.