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Program Acquisition Analyst

Full Time Remote

Summary

Job Description

Description



SAIC is seeking a Program Acquisition Analyst to support national security space programs within the Space Systems Command System Delta 89 portfolio in El Segundo, California.

Fun stuff you will do on the job:

  • Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, contracting, budgeting and execution.
  • Develop data models integrating program financial and technical data to support actionable decision recommendations.
  • Prepare periodic status reports, coordinate and execute periodic staff meetings and technical interchange meetings, and develop acquisition plans, schedules, and executive program briefings.
  • Develop, draft, and coordinate overarching program planning and execution documents as prescribed by/tailored from DoDI 5000.02 / Acquisition Framework, and relevant DoD, AF, and local unit policies that pertain to rapid prototyping.
  • Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor design/milestone reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements.
  • Provide program element coordination, staffing and monitoring; advise and assist government customer regarding funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures as well as develop and support delivery of program funding documentation and monthly financial reports across the program budget and execution lifecycle.

Qualifications



This is you:

  • Bachelors and 6 years or more of related experience or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Experience developing data models integrating program financial and technical data to support actionable decision recommendations.
  • Proficiency in Excel.
  • Must have an active Top Secret clearance with in-scope SSBI/T5 background investigation. Ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information and Special Access Program accesses.  Must be willing to consent to a polygraph.

You will wow us even more if you have these skills:

  • Master Degree in Business Management, technical management, and/or engineering.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., PMI PMP).
  • Experience in the National Security Space and, or the Space Control mission area.
  • Experience in government weapon systems acquisitions and program management and, or Contracts management within the Department of Defense.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

About SAIC

SAIC

SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) is one of the largest technology integrators supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies. The company delivers mission-critical services across engineering, IT modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence, and systems integration, helping government customers operate and secure complex national security infrastructure at scale.

For job seekers, SAIC offers a wide range of career opportunities in software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud computing, systems engineering, data analytics, intelligence analysis, program management, and mission support. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and technologists seeking stable, long-term roles embedded in high-impact government programs across defense and intelligence missions.

Unlike defense manufacturers that build physical platforms, SAIC focuses on integrating, modernizing, and operating the digital and information systems that support government missions. Employees often work on large-scale federal programs involving network modernization, space and satellite systems support, cyber defense operations, and advanced data-driven decision-making tools used across defense and intelligence agencies.

As federal agencies continue investing heavily in cybersecurity, AI, cloud infrastructure, and digital transformation, SAIC remains one of the most important employers in the government services sector. For professionals seeking mission-driven work with strong stability and exposure to complex national security programs, SAIC continues to stand out as a leading destination in defense and federal technology services.

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