Space Program Acquisition Specialist

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Program Acquisition Specialist to support a company focused on delivering advanced capabilities to the U.S. Space Force. This position is on-site at El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities for the Program Acquisition Specialist include:

• Provide expert guidance to Program Managers and Senior Space Force leadership on acquisition strategies, contracting, budgeting, and execution
• Develop and coordinate acquisition planning documentation, including ESIS, ASP, ASD, and J&A
• Support solicitation planning by developing RFP packages (SOW, CDRLs, incentive plans), source selection strategies, and related documents
• Create and coordinate program documentation aligned with DoDI 5000.02 and applicable DoD, AF, and SSC policies
• Draft technical evaluations and advise on source selections, contractor designs, milestone reviews, risks, and mission requirement assessments

Required Qualifications for the Program Acquisition Specialist include:

• 10+ years of experience with:
  • DoD Major Capability Acquisition System processes
  • Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) processes
  • Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes
• Professional certification such as PMI PMP
• Bachelor’s degree
• Active TS or TS/SCI Clearance

Compensation for the Program Acquisition Specialist includes:

• Salary Range: $160,001 – $205,000 **depending on years of experience**
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick leave as required by law

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Keywords: USSF, Space Force, GSSAP, Program Acquisition, DoDI 5000.02, JCIDS, PPBE, Source Selection, RFP Development, National Security Space, Space Systems Command, SDA, SAP, SCI, Defense Acquisition, Program Management, CDRLs, SOW, Milestone Reviews