Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME at Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.

Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Acquisition Strategy, Program Management, Documentation, Zero Trust, RFP Development, Risk Management, Integrated Master Schedules, Performance Assessment, Stakeholder Collaboration, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Course of Action Development, Microsoft Office, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME supporting a high priority acquisition mission within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. This is a full time on-site position located at Hanscom AFB, MA. Responsibilities The Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME provides strategic and tactical acquisition program planning and documentation support to enable high priority mission capabilities across HNI programs, with a strong emphasis on Zero Trust (ZT) initiatives. This role requires expert-level experience supporting acquisition strategy development, statutory and regulatory documentation for ACAT I programs, program execution support, and senior leader engagement. The candidate will support the development, review, and delivery of acquisition documentation, including RFP documentation and program status briefings, while aligning schedules, cost, risk baselines, and test activities to support successful execution of Zero Trust capabilities. Duties include, but not limited to: Provide comprehensive acquisition and program management support aligned to DoDI 5000.02, including strategic and tactical program planning (short-term, mid-term, and long-term) in support of mission capability execution. Support program leadership by applying qualitative and quantitative techniques to gather, analyze, and measure acquisition program effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity. Assist the Program Manager in assessing performance against schedule, budget, and risk baselines, recommending viable solutions, and developing Courses of Action (COAs) to address program challenges. Support development and alignment of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) with program execution activities, including coordination with Purple Team Assessment testing and other supporting events. Research, analyze, and assess development, production, and deployment activities associated with network and equipment upgrades, recommending innovative strategies to meet cost, schedule, performance, and Zero Trust testing objectives. Develop and deliver high-quality acquisition and program documentation, including briefings, documents, plans, schedules, program status updates, and senior leader materials. Collaborate with a diverse group of multi-MAJCOM, program office, and HNI stakeholders to determine requirements, resolve scheduling conflicts, identify gaps, and provide proactive solutions. Plan, schedule, and facilitate exchanges and meetings with the program office team, stakeholders, and industry to understand requirements and emerging commercial technologies that may close warfighter capability gaps. Support planning and execution for new ACAT I programs by formulating, recommending, and drafting acquisition strategies and associated statutory/regulatory documentation in a timely and effective manner. Support all Acquisition Strategy reviews, develop supporting documentation, and provide support for Government development and review of draft RFP and final RFP documentation. Support development of acquisition reports including statutory and regulatory reporting such as DAES and MAR. Support program management reviews, senior-level meeting/reviews, and IMP/IMS reviews, including preparation and packaging of senior-level briefing materials. Track and report on Zero Trust security performance metrics (desired), ensuring leadership has clear visibility into program progress and capability outcomes. Leverage experience and judgment to independently execute tasks, oversee junior and mid-level team members, and support high-visibility program activities under tight deadlines and shifting priorities. Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain an Active Top Secret clearance Education: BA/BS degree Years of experience: 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD Preferred Qualifications Education: Advanced Degree (MA/MS) Years of experience: 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD Technical Skills Comprehensive knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles, policies, and practices aligned to DoDI 5000.02 Expert-level experience supporting ACAT I acquisition strategy development and associated statutory/regulatory documentation Experience supporting development, review, and coordination of RFP documentation, including draft and final RFP packages Knowledge of acquisition reporting requirements, including DAES, MAR, and other regulatory reports Proven experience aligning IMP/IMS, schedules, budget, and risk baselines to drive execution outcomes Experience developing COAs and schedule alignment with test events, including Purple Team Assessments Familiarity with Zero Trust (ZT) initiatives and desired familiarity with NIST Zero Trust Architectures Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Program Control and Program Execution Group (PEG) experience highly desirable Interpersonal Skills Ability to work proactively with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated experience developing executive-level briefings and documentation Skilled at collaborating across a diverse group of multi-MAJCOM stakeholders and program office leadership Proven ability to apply leadership, teamwork, and diplomacy to facilitate discussions, resolve conflicts, and drive decisions Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail Demonstrated ability to support strategic-level issues while operating effectively as both an independent contributor and a team member Additional Information Location: Hanscom AFB, MATravel: As required by the program Onsite #LI-RB1 Company Overview Odyssey Systems is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events. Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Responsibilities

The Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME provides strategic and tactical acquisition program planning and documentation support for high priority mission capabilities. This includes developing and delivering acquisition documentation, supporting program leadership, and ensuring alignment with Zero Trust initiatives.