Acquisitions Specialist - Production Planning
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Acquisitions Specialist - Production Planning
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Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Acquisitions Specialist Production Planning to support a mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) program. The Acquisitions Specialist will provide strategic acquisition planning, program execution support, and financial oversight for advanced defense systems in a rapid prototyping environment. This position will be onsite in El Segundo, CA!
Responsibilities of the Acquisitions Specialist include:
- Advise Program and Project Managers on acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting, and execution.
- Develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive-level briefings in alignment with DoDI 5000.02 and DoD/AF policies.
- Coordinate and lead staff meetings and technical interchange meetings.
- Draft and manage program planning and execution documents tailored to rapid prototyping efforts.
- Assess contractor milestone reviews to evaluate technical progress, risks, and mission alignment.
- Support program element coordination, funding documentation, and monthly financial reporting.
- Provide guidance on funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures.
- Bachelors degree in Business Management or a related discipline.
- 14+ years of experience in DoD weapon systems acquisition, program management, or contracts management.
- Deep understanding of:
- DoD Major Capability Acquisition System
- Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)
- Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Willingness to be nominated for SCI and SAP access and to undergo a polygraph.
- Masters degree in Business, Technical Management, or Engineering.
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP).
- Experience in National Security Space or Space Control mission areas.
- Salary: $160,000 - $180,000
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
Keywords:
Acquisition Specialist, DoD Acquisitions, Program Management, Defense Contracting, Rapid Prototyping, TS/SCI Jobs, Clearance Jobs, Space Control, National Security Space, JCIDS, PPBE, DoDI 5000.02, SAP Access, Government Program Support, Defense Budgeting, Technical Program Oversight
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Management and Manufacturing-
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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