Satellite Communications Systems Acquisition Specialist

Arcfield has an amazing opportunity in support of an Enterprise Space Communications Architecture mission and is seeking System Engineers who will oversee and support engineering lifecycles and the acquisition of space and ground communications capabilities. 

Arcfield is seeking a candidate to play a pivotal role in the planning and acquisition of space and ground-based systems, ensuring successful development efforts and delivery of cutting-edge solutions.  As the Satellite Communications Systems Acquisition Specialist, you will provide Acquisition and Program Management support to development efforts aimed at designing and delivering the future architecture.

Arcfield has over 40 years supporting this mission critical program, along with a proven track record of providing outstanding customer support with consistent high award fees.

In this position the qualified candidate will:

• Develop acquisition strategies and acquisition documentation enabling program development and implementation.
• Support acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation, award, and execution for study and development using a variety of contracting methods, such as Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) and FAR based competitive awards.
• Draft acquisition artifacts such as statements of work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL), and proposal evaluation criteria.
• Coordinate across Program Offices for collaboration on system requirements, acquisition strategies and transition of prototype hardware to baseline programs.
• Provide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposals.
• Effectively work with development teams to track technical progress, identify risks, and assess technical solutions.
• Provide technical and programmatic advisory services during program execution.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s (or equivalent) with 10 to 12 years of experience; or Master’s with 8 to 10 years of experience; or a Ph.D. with 5 to 7 years of experience, degree in an engineering-related field.
• Must possess and have the ability to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly.
• Experience with Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) and/or Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) support.
• Experience with acquisition and contracting strategies, plans and associated documents for traditional competitive as well as alternate acquisition approaches (such as BAA and OTA).
• Experience in Space Communication or related field.
• Strong representational, oral, and written communications skills, including the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise products.
• Proven organization and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interface effectively via written and oral forums with personnel at all levels of government.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products as planning and communication tools.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to effectively use collaboration tools such as SharePoint and Confluence
• Understanding of networking protocols and function
• Technical background in space communications technology
• Familiarity with MBSE/Digital Engineering

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