Space RCO Program Management and Acquisition Support

Modern Technology Solutions - Albuquerque, NM

Full-time - Senior

Albuquerque, NM

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

MTSI is seeking a Senior Program Management and Acquisition Support (PM&AS) professional to assist in the development of classified space programs throughout all acquisition phases. The ideal candidate will have technical expertise in developing, designing, building, integrating, and testing DoD or IC systems, and will be a leader capable of delivering results in a fast-paced environment. This role involves applying advanced principles for classified systems and effectively communicating complex results to management and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space RCO at Kirtland AFB, NM.
• Serve as program advisory lead for high-visibility and time-critical programs.
• Support and advise government program managers through all phases of acquisition including requirements development, design, development, integration, test, delivery, and fielding.
• Assist in acquisition planning, market research, and drafting technical requirements and documents.
• Support acquisition strategy development and the creation of documents required for systems acquisition.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to verify program needs and ensure they meet program goals.
• Help assess the technical sufficiency, cost, quality, and timely delivery of program deliverables and support program reviews.
• Translate complex ideas and data into actionable recommendations or differentiated courses of action.
• Confer with other SETA and FFRDC to provide advice and assist with problem resolution as needed.
• Manage and execute programs consisting of multiple projects, ensuring proper coordination and efficient accomplishment with available resources.
• Draft, review, and edit final program reports, documents, and briefings.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with technical accuracy, often briefing government senior leadership.
• Coordinate with external agencies including operational units, higher headquarters, COCOM staffs, and other acquisition activities.
• Develop a Monthly Status Report on all efforts, including updates on major activities, challenges, opportunities, deliverables, and subcontractor performance.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years proven acquisition experience in DoD and/or IC system development and transition.
• Knowledge of space systems development, integration, test, and manufacturing.
• Understanding of ground systems supporting space operations and corresponding mission user needs.
• Experience in DoD program management including program development and transition.
• Experience with requirements management and project planning.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedules and risk management.
• Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS).
• Understanding of space operational environments and corresponding mission user needs.

Nice-to-haves

• Fifteen (15) plus years of proven program management experience in DoD and/or IC system development.
• Experience in supporting ACAT I/II level acquisition programs.
• DAWIA Level III Program Management certification.
• Experience in the development and fielding of satellites and associated ground systems.
• Experience with rapid prototyping and transition to production.
• Experience in planning and executing test campaigns for ground and space systems.

Benefits

• 401(k) 6% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off