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AQR S04 - Senior Acquisition Engineer - TS/SCI
AQR S04 - Senior Acquisition Engineer - TS/SCINationwide IT Services, Inc. • Virginia, MN, US
AQR S04 - Senior Acquisition Engineer - TS / SCI

AQR S04 - Senior Acquisition Engineer - TS / SCI

Nationwide IT Services, Inc. • Virginia, MN, US
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Senior Acquisition Engineer

Clearance Required : TS / SCI

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a Senior Acquisition Engineer to support SAF / AQR (The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics). The ideal candidate will have relevant acquisition systems engineering experience in a System Program Office and / or HAF.

Position Overview :

The Senior Acquisition Engineer will provide critical engineering support for the maturation of technologies and programs within the AQR portfolio . Responsibilities include conducting engineering assessments, analyzing weapon systems, and providing recommendations to inform Air Force acquisition decisions. A strong background in systems engineering, program management, and the DoD PPBE process and POM is required.

Key Responsibilities :

Technical Analysis and Engineering Assessments :

  • Study, analyze, and recommend on requirements, acquisition strategies, program documentation, and execution.
  • Assess programs approaching milestone decisions and evaluate contractor issues.
  • Perform technical studies on weapon systems, integration, and capabilities.
  • Analyze weapon system architecture to identify issues and suggest solutions.
  • Evaluate design alternatives to meet capabilities.

Research and Program Support :

  • Support preparation of programmatic documentation and responses to inquiries.
  • Identify operational deficiencies, research solutions, and provide recommendations.
  • Conduct trade-off studies on weapon systems, technology, and costs.
  • Review technical and management documents and specifications.

    • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Policy :

  • Provide expertise on MBSE implementation and policy compliance.
  • Assess policy requirements and procedures.
  • Evaluate system end-of-life support strategies.

    • Technology Transition and S&T Integration :

  • Assess transition activities, including engineering, experimentation, and prototyping.
  • Identify technology gaps and align with S&T efforts.
  • Advise on leveraging S&T to enhance capabilities.

    • Communication and Collaboration :

  • Communicate technical ideas clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate across teams to align efforts.
  • Handle classified information discreetly.

    • Administrative and IT Proficiency :

  • Proficient in office IT tools and communication software.
  • Adapt quickly to DAF software packages.

    • Performance Metrics :

  • Timely delivery of assessments.
  • High-quality, data-driven recommendations.
  • Stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Compliance with policies and security protocols.
  • Effective communication skills.

    • Qualifications : Education :

  • Master's degree in a relevant engineering field, or equivalent experience (12 years work experience or Bachelor's +8 years).

    • Experience :

  • 10+ years in systems engineering within SPO or HAF.
  • 10+ years in the Air Force or DoD PPBE process.
  • Expertise in weapon systems analysis, technical assessments, and MBSE.

    • Desired Skills :

  • Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g., DOORs, CAMEO).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in high-stakes environments collaboratively.

    • About Nationwide IT Services :

    NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing IT and management consulting. We deliver value-added services through innovative solutions, supported by comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and more. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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