Senior Acquisition Lead

Senior Acquisition Lead
LOCATION: El Segundo, CA (On-site)

JOB STATUS: Full Time
CLEARANCE: Secret (active or ability to obtain)
SALARY: $162,000 – $190,000

Astrion is seeking a Senior Acquisition Lead to join our MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) team, supporting the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC). This role provides senior-level expertise in acquisition strategy, contracting, budgeting, and program execution for next-generation satellite communications (SATCOM) systems.

As a trusted advisor to government leadership, you will shape acquisition strategies, guide source selections, resolve program risks, and deliver actionable recommendations that drive mission success.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 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).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise government program managers and senior Space Force leaders on acquisition strategies, contracting, and budgeting.
• Provide expertise in software and space system acquisition, including classified ACAT programs.
• Develop and coordinate documentation for Defense Acquisition Boards, source selections, and solicitation planning (RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs, etc.).
• Lead and mentor acquisition and systems engineering professionals.
• Conduct schedule management, risk assessments, and business case analyses for DoD programs.
• Draft and deliver briefings, reports, and strategic communications to leadership.
• Identify program execution challenges and propose strategic solutions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development
• Multiple healthcare benefits package options
• 401K with employer matching
• Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation’s Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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