Acquisition SME

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

nou Systems, a Hemisphere IDIQ awardee, is pleased to announce the contingent opening for an Acquisition SME who will join our Engineering Services team in El Segundo, CA and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces.

Responsibilities:

You will bring extensive experience in acquiring highly classified space control systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing and coordinating activities and documentation required to support Defense Acquisition Boards and major source selections for ACAT-like programs. Additionally, expertise in Air Force contracting and financial management is essential.

• Lead the acquisition process for highly classified space control systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
• Develop and coordinate all activities and documentation required to support Defense Acquisition Boards, including acquisition strategies, program briefs, and decision documents.
• Manage the development and coordination of all activities and documentation required to support major source selections for ACAT-like programs, including request for proposals (RFPs), evaluation criteria, and source selection plans.
• Provide expert guidance on Air Force contracting processes, ensuring effective and compliant contract management throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
• Oversee financial management activities related to space acquisitions, including budgeting, cost estimation, and financial reporting.
• Lead a team of acquisition and systems engineering professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to support ongoing and emerging program acquisitions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including program managers, engineers, and contractors, to ensure successful acquisition outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in space acquisitions and apply this knowledge to improve acquisition processes and outcomes.

Basic Qualifications:

• You must have a BS/BA along with a minimum 18 years of relevant experience or Master's degree along with a minimum 16 years of relevant experience or PhD along with a minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• Highly knowledgeable in acquiring highly classified space control systems
• Highly knowledgeable in developing and coordinating all activities and documentation required to support Defense Acquisition Boards
• Highly knowledgeable in developing and coordinating all activities and documentation required to support a major source selection for an ACAT-like program
• Highly knowledgeable in the fields of Air Force contracting and Air Force financial management
• Demonstrates ability to lead a team of acquisition and systems engineering professionals to support ongoing and emerging program acquisitions
• You must have an active TS clearance, with SCI eligibility
• You must be amenable to be nominated for Special Access Programs
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position

Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Past or present experience with SSC or mission partner space control or space situational awareness mission area programs
• Completed PMT 4010 and 4020 courses

nou (pronounced 'new') Systems:

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status, but the majority of our positions include the following:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
• Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Norton LifeLock
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.