Nationwide IT Services, Inc.
AQR S04 - Senior Acquisition Engineer - TS/SCI
Nationwide IT Services, Inc., Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
Senior Acquisition Engineer
Clearance Required: TS/SCI
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a
Senior Acquisition Engineer
to support SAF/AQR (The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics). The ideal candidate will have relevant acquisition systems engineering experience in a System Program Office and/or HAF.
Position Overview: The
Senior Acquisition Engineer
will provide critical engineering support for the maturation of technologies and programs within the
AQR portfolio . Responsibilities include conducting engineering assessments, analyzing weapon systems, and providing recommendations to inform Air Force acquisition decisions. A strong background in systems engineering, program management, and the DoD PPBE process and POM is required.
Key Responsibilities: Technical Analysis and Engineering Assessments:
Study, analyze, and recommend on requirements, acquisition strategies, program documentation, and execution.
Assess programs approaching milestone decisions and evaluate contractor issues.
Perform technical studies on weapon systems, integration, and capabilities.
Analyze weapon system architecture to identify issues and suggest solutions.
Evaluate design alternatives to meet capabilities.
Research and Program Support:
Support preparation of programmatic documentation and responses to inquiries.
Identify operational deficiencies, research solutions, and provide recommendations.
Conduct trade-off studies on weapon systems, technology, and costs.
Review technical and management documents and specifications.
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Policy:
Provide expertise on MBSE implementation and policy compliance.
Assess policy requirements and procedures.
Evaluate system end-of-life support strategies.
Technology Transition and S&T Integration:
Assess transition activities, including engineering, experimentation, and prototyping.
Identify technology gaps and align with S&T efforts.
Advise on leveraging S&T to enhance capabilities.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicate technical ideas clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Collaborate across teams to align efforts.
Handle classified information discreetly.
Administrative and IT Proficiency:
Proficient in office IT tools and communication software.
Adapt quickly to DAF software packages.
Performance Metrics:
Timely delivery of assessments.
High-quality, data-driven recommendations.
Stakeholder satisfaction.
Compliance with policies and security protocols.
Effective communication skills.
Qualifications: Education:
Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field, or equivalent experience (12 years work experience or Bachelor’s +8 years).
Experience:
10+ years in systems engineering within SPO or HAF.
10+ years in the Air Force or DoD PPBE process.
Expertise in weapon systems analysis, technical assessments, and MBSE.
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g., DOORs, CAMEO).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work in high-stakes environments collaboratively.
About Nationwide IT Services: NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing IT and management consulting. We deliver value-added services through innovative solutions, supported by comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and more. We are an equal opportunity employer.
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Senior Acquisition Engineer
to support SAF/AQR (The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics). The ideal candidate will have relevant acquisition systems engineering experience in a System Program Office and/or HAF.
Position Overview: The
Senior Acquisition Engineer
will provide critical engineering support for the maturation of technologies and programs within the
AQR portfolio . Responsibilities include conducting engineering assessments, analyzing weapon systems, and providing recommendations to inform Air Force acquisition decisions. A strong background in systems engineering, program management, and the DoD PPBE process and POM is required.
Key Responsibilities: Technical Analysis and Engineering Assessments:
Study, analyze, and recommend on requirements, acquisition strategies, program documentation, and execution.
Assess programs approaching milestone decisions and evaluate contractor issues.
Perform technical studies on weapon systems, integration, and capabilities.
Analyze weapon system architecture to identify issues and suggest solutions.
Evaluate design alternatives to meet capabilities.
Research and Program Support:
Support preparation of programmatic documentation and responses to inquiries.
Identify operational deficiencies, research solutions, and provide recommendations.
Conduct trade-off studies on weapon systems, technology, and costs.
Review technical and management documents and specifications.
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Policy:
Provide expertise on MBSE implementation and policy compliance.
Assess policy requirements and procedures.
Evaluate system end-of-life support strategies.
Technology Transition and S&T Integration:
Assess transition activities, including engineering, experimentation, and prototyping.
Identify technology gaps and align with S&T efforts.
Advise on leveraging S&T to enhance capabilities.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicate technical ideas clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Collaborate across teams to align efforts.
Handle classified information discreetly.
Administrative and IT Proficiency:
Proficient in office IT tools and communication software.
Adapt quickly to DAF software packages.
Performance Metrics:
Timely delivery of assessments.
High-quality, data-driven recommendations.
Stakeholder satisfaction.
Compliance with policies and security protocols.
Effective communication skills.
Qualifications: Education:
Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field, or equivalent experience (12 years work experience or Bachelor’s +8 years).
Experience:
10+ years in systems engineering within SPO or HAF.
10+ years in the Air Force or DoD PPBE process.
Expertise in weapon systems analysis, technical assessments, and MBSE.
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g., DOORs, CAMEO).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work in high-stakes environments collaboratively.
About Nationwide IT Services: NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing IT and management consulting. We deliver value-added services through innovative solutions, supported by comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and more. We are an equal opportunity employer.
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