Sr. Acquisition Systems Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an Acquisition Systems Engineer to join the National Security and Space Sector (NSS) in our Chantilly, VA office. NSS provides specialized engineering, analysis and operations support to a variety of Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) customers. Our program supports the research and development of the generation after next of national security-related systems based in space, in the air and on the ground.  
 
NSS has an opening for an Acquisition Systems Engineer to work closely with a diverse team of engineers and scientist developing and implementing the future ground-based architecture. This position provides Project Management and Acquisition Engineering to an organization supporting the research and development of revolutionary ground-based systems. This position supports the development and execution of program activities acquiring cutting edge capabilities and prototypes.  
  
Unique Duties: 
•    Perform Project Management duties and responsibilities as directed/advised by the Senior Acquisition Officer (position will consist of 50-75% PM work) 
•    Assist and Mentor COTRs, recommending and managing COTR training; Leading acquisition activities; Open to non-traditional contracting methods and Disruptive Acquisitions
•    Work with government technical and contracts staff developing acquisition strategies and acquisition documentation enabling program development and implementation 
•    Provide a depth of understanding to coach and guide government technical and contracts staff through the Acquisition R&D Process
•    Work with government technical and contracts staff developing program acquisition packages 
•    Support the review, vetting, and approval of acquisition documents such as an sole source justification, CDRLs, and Statement of Work (SOW) 
•    Draft contractual documents for government contracts officer review and signature 
•    Provide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposals     
Common Duties: 
•    Work with technical staff documenting technical and programmatic requirements 
•    Enter funding information into customer's financial tools 
•    Develop acquisition packages in accordance with government acquisition checklists 
•    Draft common acquisition artifacts such as statements of work, Contract Data Requirements Lists, In Scope Determinations, and proposal evaluation criteria 
•    Provide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposals 
•    Effectively work with development teams to track technical progress, identify blockers to progress, and assess technical solutions 
•    Support Agile SAFe program development processes and activities 
 

Qualifications

•    Active TS/SCI with Poly 
•    Bachelor’s degree and 14 years related experience or Master’s degree and 12 years related experience   
•    Strong acquisition support experience of 5+ years (NRO experience preferred)
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills 
•    Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic and environment 
•    Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team 
•    Effective interpersonal skills and strong briefing and communications skills 
 

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 26,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.