Senior Acquisition Program Strategist

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General informationRequisition # R63809 Locations USA-Remote Work Posting Date 10/21/2025 Security Clearance Required None Remote Type Fully Remote Time Type Full timeDescription & RequirementsShape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH!MANTECH seeks a motivated and mission-driven Senior Acquisition Program Strategist / Systems Engineer to join our Air Force and Space Division. This is a remote position.You will support a contract that provides full life cycle support to the United States Space Force (USSF) and Space Systems Command (SSC) , Assured Access to Space (AATS) – National Security Space Launch (NSSL) program. This role directly assists SYS/80 across Systems Engineering & Integration, Future Architecture development, Acquisition & Program Management, Mission Integration, and other key mission areas. You will provide critical acquisition and systems engineering expertise supporting the SYS/80 Technical Director and the New Entrant Product Line Chief Engineer.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:In this role, you will help lead and coordinate complex acquisition and systems engineering efforts essential to the nation’s assured access to space.• Support Government acquisition processes, contract analysis, and program management activities.• Develop, assess, and update program deliverables including schedules, project plans, RFPs, PWSs, and CDRLs.• Assist with Technical Board and Risk Management Processes while maintaining configuration control and documentation integrity.• Provide technical evaluations and recommendations for project execution, including award fee criteria and performance assessments.• Coordinate program integration, systems reviews, and interagency discussions to align technical and programmatic goals.• Engage proactively with USSF customers and stakeholders to meet key deliverables, objectives, and reporting requirements.• Support responses to higher-level inquiries such as congressional or PEO requests.Minimum Qualifications :• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university; engineering degree preferred.• 9+ years of engineering or program management experience, including 3+ years in NSSL, Launch/Range, or Space Vehicle programs.• 3+ years of DoD or NASA acquisition/contracting experience with demonstrated proficiency in acquisition strategy and technical evaluation.• Strong understanding of Systems Engineering processes applied to SSC Launch, Space, or Ground Systems architecture and integration.• Proficiency with Microsoft collaboration tools such as Teams, JIRA, and SharePoint, with strong documentation and communication skills.• Experience supporting PPBE or similar programmatic processes and preparing complex technical and contractual documentation.Preferred Qualifications :• Advanced degree in a STEM field.• Professional certifications such as PMP, APDP Level II/III (Program Management or Contracting), or equivalent.• Proven initiative, sound judgment, and effective decision-making skills.• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across organizations and present complex technical information clearly.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint-based collaboration tools.• Demonstrated success in cross-functional teamwork, multi-stakeholder coordination, and proactive problem-solving.Clearance Requirements• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / SCI clearance. Clearance is not required to start.Physical Requirements• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.• May occasionally need to move about inside the office to access files, equipment, and meeting spaces.• Frequently communicates with colleagues, management, and customers—must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.The projected compensation range for this position is $103,800.00-$173,800.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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