Acquisition Specialist L3

KAIHONUA, LLC


Date: 1 week ago
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Contract type: Full time
Job Title: Acquisition Specialist L3 -5831

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Job Salary: $165,000 - $175,000

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified

Acquisition Specialist Level 3 to support the United States Space Force

(USSF). This position presents a unique opportunity to make a direct

impact on mission success and the advancement of space operations.

In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting government acquisition

efforts by conducting in-depth market research, developing acquisition

strategies, and assisting in the preparation of request for proposal

(RFP) documents. Your expertise will be essential during technical

evaluations, ensuring proposals align with mission objectives and program

requirements. As a trusted advisor in the acquisition process, you will help

guide complex procurement efforts, contributing to the successful execution

of USSF programs and long-term strategic goals

Compensation Minimum: $165,000

Compensation Maximum: $175,000

Job Requirements

Skills / Experience Required

Acquisition Specialist L3 Skills And Experience

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance Over 10 years of hands-on DoD experience

in contracts and subcontracts, with comprehensive involvement across all

phases of acquisition Recognized industry leader with strong analytical skills

and a proven track record of success in complex acquisition environments

Extensive expertise across the full lifecycle of Air Force and Space Force

acquisition, including acquisition strategy development, market

research, evaluation criteria, contract requirements, source

selection, cost-schedule-performance integration, and risk management

Solid understanding of Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution

(PPBE) processes Experienced in product development and science &

technology projects, with a background supporting program offices or similar

environments Demonstrated ability to work independently, while effectively

collaborating with team members and senior leadership with minimal oversight

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive

approach to identifying and mitigating risks and challenges Exceptional

written and verbal communication skills, complemented by proven leadership

capabilities and the ability to work effectively with both internal and

external stakeholders, including senior and executive-level defense

leadership Clear understanding of U.S. Space Force organizations, their

mission objectives, and the needs of key stakeholders and customers

Education / Certifications

Acquisition Specialist L3 Education And Certifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required Master's degree in a

related field is strongly desired Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement

Act (DAWIA) certification in Program Management or related functional

areas (strongly desired) Project Management Professional certification

(desired

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Flexible

Spending Accounts 401(k) PTO Paid Paternal leave Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security

clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a

security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for

access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing

and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility,

including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a

prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds,

as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA

Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in

global information techno ogy and offering professional solutions in IT Design

& Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application

Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network

& Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business

Management Ser

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal &

commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has

innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological

solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On

Budget."

Company Employment Statement

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