Acquisition Program Analyst / Systems Engineer

Do Work That Matters Build Your Career with a² A² will support your growth by offering best-in-class benefits and upskilling opportunities Acquisition Program Analyst / Systems Engineer - El Segundo, CA 210126 A² Systems Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer / Acquisition Program Analyst to support a security space program in El Segundo, CA focused on advanced RDT&E prototype systems, including programs that will be tested on orbit. This position provides direct support across systems engineering, test & evaluation (T&E), acquisition strategy, program management, and program protection activities for critical space and defense initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced government program environment and possess experience supporting technical reviews, acquisition planning, cybersecurity/program protection efforts, and coordination across multiple stakeholders. Location: On-Site Government Facility Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance Required; ability to support TS/SCI and SAP activities preferred Salary Range: $170,000/yr – $200,000/yr · Full-time starting salary will ultimately depend on several differentiating factors, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories Key Responsibilities Systems Engineering & Test and Evaluation Support Support systems engineering and T&E activities across all program phases Participate in and support: System Requirements Reviews (SRR) Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR) Critical Design Reviews (CDR) Integration Design Reviews (IDR) Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) Technical Deep Dives Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) Integrated Logistics and Lifecycle (ILC) planning Operational planning and support Acquisition & Program Management Support Assist with acquisition strategy development and execution Support advanced space project planning and development activities including space prototypes and demonstrations as well as concept validation Develop and oversee requirements to meet program, schedule, contract, and cost constraints Provide recommendations and support to project baselines and management plans, memorandums of agreement, requirements traceability plans, project reviews, resource plans and policies implementation plans Develop and review acquisition documentation, including: Program Management Reviews (PMRs) Requests for Information (RFI) Sources Sought packages Market Research Reports Justifications & Approvals (J&A) Statements of Work (SOW) Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) Incentive Fee Plans Program Protection Support Support Program Protection Planning and cybersecurity activities Develop, update, and review: Program Protection Plans (PPP) Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIP) Participate in Program Protection, Cyber, and Security Working Groups Required Qualifications Master’s degree in engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Program Management, or related field 10 or more years experience supporting DoD or space-related acquisition and engineering programs Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle processes and technical reviews Experience supporting acquisition documentation and program management activities Knowledge of program protection, cybersecurity, or security planning processes Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively in a government/contractor integrated environment Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting space systems or on-orbit prototype programs Familiarity with DoD acquisition framework and rapid prototyping efforts Experience supporting classified programs Active TS/SCI eligibility or SAP experience preferred Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Referral program OUR benefits A² offers a comprehensive benefits package. We are committed to our team members overall wellbeing inside and outside of work. Health Medical A² pays 100% of employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans. Three PPO plans and one HMO plan offered Dental Two PPO plans offered Vision One comprehensive plan offered Life Insurance A² provides life insurance equal to 100% of the employee’s annual salary. All employee premiums are paid by A². Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Disability Short Term Disability Financial Retirement Savings plan A² currently contributes an amount equal to 3% of the employee’s biweekly salary to their 401k account. This contribution is independent of the amount contributed by the employee. An employee may also contribute a Roth deferral to their 401k account. Employee Referral Program Employees are awarded $2,000 for referring candidates for open positions. Personal Financial Planning A² will reimburse the employee for financial advising services for up to $1000 per year. Lifestyle Health Club Membership A² will reimburse the monthly costs of a membership to a health club up to $200 per month. Mobile Phone Stipend A² will provide a $65 mobile phone stipend each month Continuing Education A² will reimburse employees for employer approved continuing education or certifications that relate to their position. Time Off A² provides three weeks per year of PTO, at least eleven paid holidays, jury duty, and bereavement. Flex Schedule A² has established a flexible work arrangement program for employees. This enables team members to vary the schedules they work during the designated two week pay periods when possible.