Senior Source Selection and Acquisition Strategy Specialist
SABGSABG is seeking a Senior Source Selection and Acquisition Strategy Specialist to support U.S. Space Force acquisition activities through the development, evaluation, and implementation of effective acquisition strategies and source selection approaches. This role provides expert-level acquisition planning, procurement analysis, and negotiation strategy support to Government contracting officers and program leadership. The successful candidate will apply extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, evaluate complex acquisition needs, develop innovative procurement approaches, and recommend negotiation strategies that address cost, schedule, performance, and contracting risks. This position requires a seasoned acquisition professional with strong analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to support complex Government procurements in a mission-focused environment. This position is contingent upon contract award. Travel: N/A JOB TITLE: Source Selection & Acquisition Strategy Support CLEARANCE: Active TS, SCI Eligible LOCATION: El Segundo, CA ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Develop, evaluate, and recommend acquisition strategies aligned with program objectives, mission requirements, procurement regulations, and Government acquisition policies Provide source selection and acquisition strategy support throughout the acquisition lifecycle, from requirements development and acquisition planning through solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, and award Analyze new and complex acquisition requirements and apply analytical and evaluative techniques to develop innovative, effective, and efficient acquisition strategies Advise Government contracting officers on procurement approaches, solicitation structures, contract types, competition strategies, and acquisition risks Apply applicable FAR requirements, including FAR Parts 8.4, 12, 13, 15, and 16.505, to support acquisition planning, solicitation development, source selection, and task and delivery order competitions Develop and assess negotiation strategies for complex procurement actions, including sole-source acquisitions and negotiations involving cost, delivery schedules, performance requirements, and contractual terms Recommend approaches to resolve negotiation challenges, reduce costs, adjust delivery schedules, improve contract terms, and achieve favorable acquisition outcomes for the Government Evaluate acquisition alternatives, procurement methods, market research, contractor capabilities, and cost and schedule considerations to support sound Government decision-making Support the development and review of acquisition plans, source selection documentation, evaluation criteria, solicitation materials, negotiation objectives, and award recommendations Assist with the development and evaluation of source selection approaches that promote fairness, consistency, transparency, competition where appropriate, and compliance with applicable requirements Analyze technical, cost, schedule, performance, and contractual information to identify acquisition risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement Coordinate with contracting officers, program managers, technical subject-matter experts, legal counsel, financial analysts, and other stakeholders to develop and implement acquisition strategies Prepare briefings, decision memoranda, reports, and recommendations communicating acquisition alternatives, negotiation considerations, and procurement risks to Government leadership Review acquisition documentation for completeness, consistency, regulatory compliance, and alignment with program objectives Monitor changes in acquisition requirements, regulations, policies, and procurement conditions and assess their implications for acquisition strategy and execution Independently manage complex acquisition support assignments…