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Acquisition Management and Planning Analyst - Secret Clearance

TECOLOTE RESEARCH, INC.

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El Segundo, CA
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Acquisition Management and Planning Analyst supports the National Security Space Launch Program through acquisition management, planning, analysis, and execution. The role evaluates program documentation for compliance with Department of War and Space Force guidance, advises on acquisition strategies, and supports program planning and communication. It requires substantial acquisition experience, including space-program assignments, an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a bachelor’s degree.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Acquisition ManagementAcquisition PlanningQuantitative AnalysisData ModelingDoW Budgetary PrinciplesWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingIndependent WorkTeamworkAcquisition Regulations

Qualifications

9+ Years Acquisition Experience5+ Years Space Program ExperienceActive Secret ClearanceU.S. CitizenshipBachelor's Degree

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview The Acquisition Management and Planning Analyst performs a variety of acquisition management, planning, and analysis duties in support of the National Security Space Launch Program. Responsibilities In this role, you will focus specifically on the acquisition management, planning, analysis and execution of Launch Enterprise development, acquisition, and operations. You will interact with a multidisciplinary DoW technical workforce and defense hardware contractors in the accomplishment of their duties. You will evaluate and support the development of program documentation, which includes acquisition strategies, systems engineering plans, Integrated Master Plans and Contract Data Requirements Lists, for adherence to DoW and Space Force policies and guidance. Responsibilities and tasks will also include: Perform market research and provide acquisition strategy recommendations Advise and assist in organizing and establishing Integrated Product Teams Analyze progress against program plan and schedule Evaluate program plan for compliance with applicable DoW and Space Force policies and guidance Draft and prepare written communication materials to include program acquisition point papers, briefings, articles, media releases, communication plans, and responses to requests for information Skills Required At least nine (9) equivalent years of experience performing Acquisition Management and Planning activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena. Five (5) years shall include duties/assignments specifically in support of space programs. Knowledge of various quantitative techniques used to analyze data, develop models, interpret results and brief senior level Department of War (DoW) leadership. Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high-visibility tasks. Knowledge of DoW budgetary principles and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, and procedures associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs. Active Secret Clearance is required. US citizenship (required). Education Bachelors degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences. Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Comprehensive health, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurance 100% Company funded Retirement Plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick pay plans Tuition assistance About Tecolote Research Tecolote Research is a private, employee-owned corporation where people are our primary resource. Our investments in technology and training give our employees the tools to ensure our clients are provided the solutions they need, and our very high employee retention rate and stable workforce is an added value to our customers. Apply now to connect with a company that invests in you. View all career opportunities: www.tecolote.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | X @TecoloteInc | Facebook [EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans]

How this job compares

Set against the 961 open Program Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
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  • California median$104–162K/yr52 salary ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 67 open Program Analyst jobs in California and 961 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 9 years of experience — more than three in four Program Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 826 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 291 of the 961 open Program Analyst jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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