Launch Acquisition Specialist

Launch Acquisition SpecialistSAICs TWILIGHT program is seeking you, our next Launch Acquisition Specialist who possesses a working knowledge of the Department of Defense major systems acquisition process and provides expert advice and technical evaluations to enable the launch of critical national assets. Addresses both future mission acquisition strategy and maintenance of on-going contracts. Supports cradle-to-grave launch and launch support activities. Navigates challenges associated with multiple launch service providers and appropriate separation of proprietary information while maintaining focus on integration of requirements to assure compatibility across multiple launch systems. Our TWILIGHT team is at the forefront of advising and assisting the government through the full lifecycle of launch systems acquisition that enables launch and mission success. We work out of our sunny El Segundo, California office. Specific responsibilities include: Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings Develop, draft, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by/tailored from applicable government instructions, regulations and policies Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design/milestone reviews to evaluate 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 as well as drafting and supporting delivery of program funding documentation and monthly financial reports Support launch vehicle contractor reviews to assess progress and issues in meeting mission requirements Advise on contract management activities for ECP forecasting and implementation, award fee evaluation and contractor overs